1964 Austin Princess vs. 1948 Simca 8
To start off, 1964 Austin Princess is newer by 16 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin Princess (119 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1948 Simca 8. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1948 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1948 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, 1964 Austin Princess (251 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 1948 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Austin | Simca |
| Model | Princess | 8 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2450 mm |
