1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1950 Simca 8
To start off, 1961 Fiat 2300 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 2,278 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1950 Simca 8. (47 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1950 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1950 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Fiat 2300 (188 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 1950 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | 2300 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
