1985 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 1950 Simca 8
To start off, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Simca 8 would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1950 Simca 8. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1950 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 540 kg more than 1950 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan 300 ZX | 1950 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | 300 ZX | 8 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2430 mm |
