1950 Simca 8 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 58 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1950 Simca 8. (47 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1950 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 420 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 1950 Simca 8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Simca 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (251 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Simca 8 | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 8 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
