1955 Porsche 550 A vs. 1950 Simca 8
To start off, 1955 Porsche 550 A 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Porsche 550 A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Porsche 550 A (108 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1950 Simca 8. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Porsche 550 A should accelerate faster than 1950 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Simca 8 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1955 Porsche 550 A.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Porsche 550 A | 1950 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Porsche | Simca |
| Model | 550 A | 8 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2430 mm |
