1949 Simca Type 11 Monoplace vs. 1944 Simca 8
To start off, 1949 Simca Type 11 Monoplace is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Simca 8 would be higher. At 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Simca Type 11 Monoplace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Simca Type 11 Monoplace (72 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1944 Simca 8. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Simca Type 11 Monoplace should accelerate faster than 1944 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Simca 8 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1949 Simca Type 11 Monoplace.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Simca Type 11 Monoplace | 1944 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Simca | Simca |
| Model | Type 11 Monoplace | 8 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1944 |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 420 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2430 mm |
