1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 1950 Simca 8
To start off, 1968 Dodge Coronet is newer by 18 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Coronet (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1950 Simca 8. (47 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1950 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 490 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, 1968 Dodge Coronet (461 Nm) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 1950 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Coronet | 8 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2450 mm |
