1949 Simca 8 vs. 1978 Tatra T613
To start off, 1978 Tatra T613 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Simca 8 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1949 Simca 8. (49 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Tatra T613 weights approximately 742 kg more than 1949 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, 1978 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Simca 8. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Simca 8 | 1978 Tatra T613 | |
Make | Simca | Tatra |
Model | 8 | T613 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2990 mm |