1981 Mercury Cougar vs. 1949 Simca Type 11 Monoplace
To start off, 1981 Mercury Cougar is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Simca Type 11 Monoplace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Simca Type 11 Monoplace would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mercury Cougar (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1949 Simca Type 11 Monoplace. (72 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca Type 11 Monoplace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 936 kg more than 1949 Simca Type 11 Monoplace. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mercury Cougar | 1949 Simca Type 11 Monoplace | |
| Make | Mercury | Simca |
| Model | Cougar | Type 11 Monoplace |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1949 |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2250 mm |
