1988 Maserati 228 vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 1988 Maserati 228 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Maserati 228 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1966 Simca 1000. 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, 1988 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Maserati 228 | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Maserati | Simca |
| Model | 228 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2230 mm |
