1948 Simca 8 vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1975 Toyota Corona is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Simca 8 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corona (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1948 Simca 8. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1948 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corona weights approximately 80 kg more than 1948 Simca 8. 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:
| 1948 Simca 8 | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 8 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
