1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1943 Simca 8
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Simca 8 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1943 Simca 8. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1943 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1943 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.
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1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1943 Simca 8 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
Model | Alfa 6 | 8 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1943 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |