1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1950 Simca 8
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1950 Simca 8. (47 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1950 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 830 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 Chevrolet Caprice (393 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Simca 8. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1950 Simca 8 has manual transmission. 1950 Simca 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 1950 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Caprice | 8 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |
