1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1972 Simca 1301 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ferrari 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ferrari 212 would be higher. At 2,562 cc (12 cylinders), 1951 Ferrari 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Ferrari 212 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1301 weights approximately 116 kg more than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Ferrari 212 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1951 Ferrari 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ferrari 212 | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Ferrari | Simca |
Model | 212 | 1301 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2562 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 75 mm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |