1948 Simca 8 vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 62 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (152 HP) has 103 more horse power than 1948 Simca 8. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1948 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 580 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. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Simca 8 | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Simca | Nissan |
| Model | 8 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 152 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3200 mm |
