1959 Moretti 1200 vs. 1949 Simca 8
To start off, 1959 Moretti 1200 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Simca 8 would be higher. At 1,204 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Moretti 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Moretti 1200 (68 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1949 Simca 8. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Moretti 1200 should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Simca 8 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1959 Moretti 1200.
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 Moretti 1200 | 1949 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Moretti | Simca |
| Model | 1200 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2430 mm |
