1954 Ferrari 625 F1 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 625 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 (247 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1301 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 625 F1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Simca |
| Model | 625 F1 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2530 mm |
