1976 Ford Capri vs. 1949 Simca 8
To start off, 1976 Ford Capri is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Simca 8 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 49 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Capri weights approximately 60 kg more than 1949 Simca 8.
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, 1949 Simca 8 (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Simca 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Capri | 1949 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Capri | 8 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |
