1941 Fiat 500 vs. 1948 Simca 8
To start off, 1948 Simca 8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Simca 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Simca 8 (33 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1941 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Simca 8 should accelerate faster than 1941 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Simca 8 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1941 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Fiat 500 | 1948 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | 500 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |
