1950 Simca 8 vs. 1995 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1995 Venturi Coupe is newer by 45 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1950 Simca 8. (47 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1950 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 305 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, 1995 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 1995 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Simca 8 | 1995 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Simca | Venturi |
| Model | 8 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
