1985 Lotus Esprit vs. 1948 Simca 8
To start off, 1985 Lotus Esprit 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lotus Esprit (158 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1948 Simca 8. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1948 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 118 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 Lotus Esprit (217 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 1985 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lotus Esprit | 1948 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Lotus | Simca |
| Model | Esprit | 8 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1068 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2450 mm |
