1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1949 Simca 8
To start off, 1984 Ford Sierra is newer by 35 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Sierra (75 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1949 Simca 8. (49 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 90 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, 1984 Ford Sierra (119 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Simca 8. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1949 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Sierra | 8 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.8 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
