1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1949 Simca 8
To start off, 1960 Abarth 750 is newer by 11 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 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Simca 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 750 (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1949 Simca 8. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Simca 8 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1960 Abarth 750.
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:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 1949 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Abarth | Simca |
| Model | 750 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |
