1950 Simca 8 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 62 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (300 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1950 Simca 8. (47 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1950 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 750 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (433 Nm) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Simca 8 | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Simca | Chevrolet |
| Model | 8 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3210 mm |
