1973 Mercury Montego vs. 1948 Simca 8
To start off, 1973 Mercury Montego is newer by 25 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Montego (96 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1948 Simca 8. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1948 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 745 kg more than 1948 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, 1973 Mercury Montego (248 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Montego | 1948 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Mercury | Simca |
| Model | Montego | 8 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2450 mm |
