2008 Lotus Exige vs. 1970 Matra-Simca M530
To start off, 2008 Lotus Exige is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Matra-Simca M530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Matra-Simca M530 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1970 Matra-Simca M530. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1970 Matra-Simca M530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Matra-Simca M530 weights approximately 19 kg more than 2008 Lotus Exige.
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, 2008 Lotus Exige (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Matra-Simca M530. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Matra-Simca M530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lotus Exige | 1970 Matra-Simca M530 | |
| Make | Lotus | Matra-Simca |
| Model | Exige | M530 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2570 mm |
