1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1943 Simca 8
To start off, 1959 Fiat 1500 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Simca 8 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1500 (80 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1943 Simca 8. (33 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1943 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1943 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 Fiat 1500 | 1943 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | 1500 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 33 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2430 mm |
