1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1948 Simca 8
To start off, 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Simca 8 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1948 Simca 8. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1948 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Simca 8 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1948 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | Giulietta | 8 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |
