1949 Simca 8 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 60 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1949 Simca 8. (49 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 520 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.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Simca 8. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Simca 8 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Simca | Subaru |
| Model | 8 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
