1979 Buick Century vs. 1950 Simca 8
To start off, 1979 Buick Century is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Simca 8 would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1950 Simca 8. (47 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1950 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 480 kg more than 1950 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, 1979 Buick Century (218 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 1950 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Buick | Simca |
| Model | Century | 8 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
