2007 Lotus Exige vs. 1941 Simca 5
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 66 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Simca 5 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1941 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1941 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lotus Exige weights approximately 356 kg more than 1941 Simca 5. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 1941 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Lotus | Simca |
| Model | Exige | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1941 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2010 mm |
