1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1948 Simca 8
To start off, 1961 Abarth 700 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Simca 8 would be higher. At 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Simca 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1948 Simca 8. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1948 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Simca 8 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700.
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:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 1948 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Abarth | Simca |
| Model | 700 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |
