1956 Maserati 450 vs. 1966 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1966 Simca 1200S is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Simca 1200S weights approximately 65 kg more than 1956 Maserati 450.
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, 1956 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Maserati 450 | 1966 Simca 1200S | |
Make | Maserati | Simca |
Model | 450 | 1200S |
Year Released | 1956 | 1966 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4478 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 855 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2240 mm |