1967 Ford 12 M vs. 1944 Simca 8
To start off, 1967 Ford 12 M is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Simca 8 would be higher. At 1,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Ford 12 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford 12 M (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1944 Simca 8. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford 12 M should accelerate faster than 1944 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Simca 8 weights approximately 68 kg more than 1967 Ford 12 M.
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:
| 1967 Ford 12 M | 1944 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | 12 M | 8 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1183 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2430 mm |
