1949 Simca 8 vs. 1988 TVR Type S
To start off, 1988 TVR Type S is newer by 39 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 TVR Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Type S (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1949 Simca 8. (49 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Type S should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Simca 8 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1988 TVR Type S.
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, 1988 TVR Type S (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Simca 8. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 TVR Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Simca 8 | 1988 TVR Type S | |
| Make | Simca | TVR |
| Model | 8 | Type S |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2300 mm |
