1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1949 Simca 8
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 36 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1949 Simca 8. (49 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 538 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Simca 8. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 1949 Simca 8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
Model | Corvette | 8 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1220 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |