2007 Lotus Exige vs. 1973 Simca 1301
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Simca 1301 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) has 138 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1301. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Simca 1301 weights approximately 124 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Lotus Exige (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 1973 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Lotus | Simca |
| Model | Exige | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
