1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 1950 Simca 8
To start off, 1961 Alpine A 108 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Simca 8 would be higher. At 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Simca 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alpine A 108 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1950 Simca 8. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alpine A 108 should accelerate faster than 1950 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Simca 8 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1961 Alpine A 108.
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 Alpine A 108 | 1950 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Alpine | Simca |
| Model | A 108 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2430 mm |
