1950 Simca 8 vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 57 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 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1950 Simca 8. (47 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1950 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1075 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.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Simca 8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (285 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Simca 8 | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 8 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 4162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 22.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3190 mm |
