1963 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1967 Simca 1100
To start off, 1967 Simca 1100 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 750 kg more than 1967 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Maserati Quattroporte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Simca 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1100. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Maserati Quattroporte | 1967 Simca 1100 | |
Make | Maserati | Simca |
Model | Quattroporte | 1100 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |