1989 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1950 Simca 8
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 39 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1950 Simca 8. (47 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1950 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 310 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. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 (235 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1950 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | 75 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
