2006 Lexus IS vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 40 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), 2006 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus IS (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus IS weights approximately 885 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, 2006 Lexus IS (288 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus IS | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Lexus | Simca |
| Model | IS | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| 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 | 210 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 36 L |
