1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1966 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 545 kg more than 1966 Simca 1200S. 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, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari Mondial | 1966 Simca 1200S | |
Make | Ferrari | Simca |
Model | Mondial | 1200S |
Year Released | 1986 | 1966 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 53 L |