1980 Lotus Esprit vs. 1950 Simca 8
To start off, 1980 Lotus Esprit is newer by 30 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Esprit (208 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1950 Simca 8. (47 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1950 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 256 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, 1980 Lotus Esprit (277 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 1980 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lotus Esprit | 1950 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Lotus | Simca |
| Model | Esprit | 8 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
