1944 Maserati 4 vs. 1946 Simca 8
To start off, 1946 Simca 8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Maserati 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Maserati 4 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1944 Maserati 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1944 Maserati 4 (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1946 Simca 8. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1944 Maserati 4 should accelerate faster than 1946 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Simca 8 weights approximately 294 kg more than 1944 Maserati 4.
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:
| 1944 Maserati 4 | 1946 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Maserati | Simca |
| Model | 4 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 924 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
