1948 Simca 8 vs. 1999 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1999 Westfield ZEI is newer by 51 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Westfield ZEI (129 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1948 Simca 8. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1948 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Simca 8 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1999 Westfield ZEI.
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, 1999 Westfield ZEI (162 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 1999 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Simca 8 | 1999 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Simca | Westfield |
| Model | 8 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
