1967 Maserati Mexico vs. 1969 Simca 1301
To start off, 1969 Simca 1301 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Maserati Mexico would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Maserati Mexico (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1301. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 455 kg more than 1969 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1967 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1301. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Maserati Mexico | 1969 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Maserati | Simca |
| Model | Mexico | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
