1950 Simca 8 vs. 1968 Simca 1000
To start off, 1968 Simca 1000 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Simca 8 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Simca 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Simca 8 (47 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Simca 8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Simca 8 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1968 Simca 1000. 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, 1950 Simca 8 (88 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1000. (59 Nm). This means 1950 Simca 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Simca 8 | 1968 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Simca | Simca |
| Model | 8 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2230 mm |
