1950 Peugeot 203 vs. 1948 Simca 8
To start off, 1950 Peugeot 203 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Simca 8 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Simca 8 (49 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Simca 8 should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Simca 8 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1950 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1948 Simca 8 (88 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm). This means 1948 Simca 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Peugeot 203 | 1948 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Simca |
| Model | 203 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2450 mm |
