1959 Austin Princess vs. 1944 Simca 8
To start off, 1959 Austin Princess is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Simca 8 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1944 Simca 8. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1944 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin Princess weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1944 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.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin Princess | 1944 Simca 8 | |
Make | Austin | Simca |
Model | Princess | 8 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1944 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2430 mm |