1967 Simca 1501 vs. 1950 Simca 8
To start off, 1967 Simca 1501 is newer by 17 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 1,473 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Simca 1501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Simca 1501 (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1950 Simca 8. (47 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Simca 1501 should accelerate faster than 1950 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Simca 1501 weights approximately 68 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, 1967 Simca 1501 (120 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 1967 Simca 1501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Simca 1501 | 1950 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Simca | Simca |
| Model | 1501 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1473 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1018 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
