1950 Simca 8 vs. 1984 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1984 Toyota Model F is newer by 34 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Model F (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1950 Simca 8. (47 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Model F should accelerate faster than 1950 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Model F weights approximately 380 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. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Toyota Model F (162 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 1984 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Simca 8 | 1984 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 8 | Model F |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2240 mm |
