1957 Maserati 450 vs. 1963 Simca 1300
To start off, 1963 Simca 1300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 450 (395 HP) has 344 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1300. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Simca 1300 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1957 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, 1957 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Maserati 450 | 1963 Simca 1300 | |
Make | Maserati | Simca |
Model | 450 | 1300 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4476 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 51 HP |
Torque | 487 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 990 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |