1969 Maserati Mistral vs. 1965 Simca 1300
To start off, 1969 Maserati Mistral is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 269 kg more than 1965 Simca 1300. 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, 1969 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Maserati Mistral | 1965 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Maserati | Simca |
| Model | Mistral | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 1265 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
