1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1972 Simca 1301 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial (161 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1301 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Simca |
| Model | 500 Mondial | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1010 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |
