1955 Ford Consul vs. 1950 Simca 8
To start off, 1955 Ford Consul is newer by 5 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 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Simca 8 (47 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Simca 8 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Consul weights approximately 95 kg more than 1950 Simca 8.
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, 1955 Ford Consul (100 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 1955 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Consul | 1950 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Consul | 8 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
