1979 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 1949 Simca 6
To start off, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Simca 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Simca 6 would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1949 Simca 6. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1949 Simca 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari | 1949 Simca 6 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Simca |
| Model | Grand Safari | 6 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2010 mm |
