1948 Simca 8 vs. 2012 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2012 Lotus Exige is newer by 64 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1948 Simca 8. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1948 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Simca 8 weights approximately 11 kg more than 2012 Lotus Exige.
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 | 2012 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Simca | Lotus |
| Model | 8 | Exige |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 909 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2299 mm |
