1949 Simca 8 vs. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 40 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 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (98 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1949 Simca 8. (49 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 8.
Because 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Simca 8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Simca 8. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Simca 8 | 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 8 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
