1970 Maserati Indy vs. 1966 Simca 1300
To start off, 1970 Maserati Indy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Indy (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Indy weights approximately 510 kg more than 1966 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, 1970 Maserati Indy (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Maserati Indy | 1966 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Maserati | Simca |
| Model | Indy | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 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 | 1500 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
