1960 Ferrari 256 F1 vs. 1969 Simca 1301
To start off, 1969 Simca 1301 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 256 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 (292 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1301. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Simca 1301 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 256 F1.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 | 1969 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Simca |
| Model | 256 F1 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 53 L |
