1990 Jaguar Kensington vs. 1948 Simca 8
To start off, 1990 Jaguar Kensington is newer by 42 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 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar Kensington is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar Kensington (295 HP) has 246 more horse power than 1948 Simca 8. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar Kensington should accelerate faster than 1948 Simca 8.
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, 1990 Jaguar Kensington (433 Nm) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar Kensington will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar Kensington | 1948 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Simca |
| Model | Kensington | 8 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2450 mm |
