1991 Citroen C 15 vs. 1949 Simca 8
To start off, 1991 Citroen C 15 is newer by 42 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen C 15 (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1949 Simca 8. (49 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Simca 8 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1991 Citroen C 15.
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, 1991 Citroen C 15, 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, 1991 Citroen C 15 (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Simca 8. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen C 15 | 1949 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | C 15 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
