1948 Simca 8 vs. 1990 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1990 Toyota Starlet is newer by 42 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Starlet (74 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1948 Simca 8. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1948 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Simca 8 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
Because 1948 Simca 8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Simca 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Starlet, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Toyota Starlet (101 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 1990 Toyota Starlet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Simca 8 | 1990 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 8 | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |
