1984 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1984 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Mondial (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 645 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ferrari Mondial (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari Mondial | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Simca |
| Model | Mondial | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2230 mm |
