1970 Fiat 500 vs. 1948 Simca 8
To start off, 1970 Fiat 500 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Simca 8 would be higher. At 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Simca 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Simca 8 (33 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Simca 8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Simca 8 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. 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:
| 1970 Fiat 500 | 1948 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | 500 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2430 mm |
