1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1948 Simca 8
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Simca 8 would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge Conquest (143 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1948 Simca 8. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1948 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 330 kg more than 1948 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 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 1948 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Conquest | 8 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
