1982 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1949 Simca 8
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Simca 8 would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (115 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1949 Simca 8. (49 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 630 kg more than 1949 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, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Simca 8. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Simca 8. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1949 Simca 8 has manual transmission. 1949 Simca 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Caprice | 1949 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Caprice | 8 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |
