1957 Ferrari 801 F1 vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1971 Simca 1301 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 801 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 would be higher. At 2,486 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 (271 HP @ 8400 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Simca 1301 weights approximately 356 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 801 F1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Simca |
| Model | 801 F1 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |
