2003 Lexus SC vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 2003 Lexus SC is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus SC weights approximately 655 kg more than 1966 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus SC | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Lexus | Simca |
| Model | SC | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2230 mm |
