1990 Citroen CX vs. 1949 Simca 8
To start off, 1990 Citroen CX is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Simca 8 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen CX (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1949 Simca 8. (49 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen CX weights approximately 280 kg more than 1949 Simca 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Simca 8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Simca 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Simca 8. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen CX | 1949 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | CX | 8 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
