1964 Simca 1300 vs. 1949 Simca 8
To start off, 1964 Simca 1300 is newer by 15 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Simca 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Simca 1300 (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1949 Simca 8. (49 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Simca 1300 should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Simca 1300 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1949 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 Simca 1300 (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Simca 8. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1964 Simca 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Simca 1300 | 1949 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Simca | Simca |
| Model | 1300 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |
