1991 Maserati Shamal vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1991 Maserati Shamal is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 310 kg more than 1972 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Maserati Shamal | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Maserati | Simca |
| Model | Shamal | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
