1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1965 Simca 1300
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (266 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 434 kg more than 1965 Simca 1300. 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, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (363 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca 1300. (102 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Mondial | 1965 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Simca |
| Model | Mondial | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 996 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 60 L |
