1949 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1981 Simca 2 Litres
To start off, 1981 Simca 2 Litres is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 235 kg more than 1981 Simca 2 Litres.
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. 1981 Simca 2 Litres has automatic transmission and 1949 Jeep Station Wagon has manual transmission. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Simca 2 Litres will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jeep Station Wagon | 1981 Simca 2 Litres | |
| Make | Jeep | Simca |
| Model | Station Wagon | 2 Litres |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2670 mm |
