1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1998 Ferrari F355 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1974 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, 1998 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari F355 | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Simca |
| Model | F355 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
