1969 Fiat 600 vs. 1946 Simca 8
To start off, 1969 Fiat 600 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Simca 8 would be higher. At 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Simca 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Simca 8 (33 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1946 Simca 8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Simca 8 weights approximately 94 kg more than 1969 Fiat 600. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 600 | 1946 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | 600 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |
