1949 Simca 8 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 50 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 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Simca 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Simca 8 (49 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (47 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Simca 8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 20 kg more than 1949 Simca 8.
Because 1949 Simca 8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Simca 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1949 Simca 8 (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1949 Simca 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Simca 8 | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 8 | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2330 mm |
