1950 Simca 8 vs. 1950 Triumph Roadster
To start off, both 1950 Simca 8 and 1950 Triumph Roadster were released in the same year (1950). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Triumph Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Triumph Roadster (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1950 Simca 8. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Triumph Roadster should accelerate faster than 1950 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Triumph Roadster weights approximately 243 kg more than 1950 Simca 8. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Simca 8 | 1950 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Simca | Triumph |
| Model | 8 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2390 mm |
