1965 Abarth 1300 vs. 1949 Simca 8
To start off, 1965 Abarth 1300 is newer by 16 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 1,280 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Abarth 1300 (137 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1949 Simca 8. (49 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Simca 8 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1965 Abarth 1300.
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:
| 1965 Abarth 1300 | 1949 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Abarth | Simca |
| Model | 1300 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2450 mm |
