1949 Simca 8 vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 61 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, 2010 Smart ForTwo (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1949 Simca 8. (49 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Simca 8 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
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, 2010 Smart ForTwo (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Simca 8. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Simca 8 | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Simca | Smart |
Model | 8 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1867 mm |