1991 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1948 Simca 8
To start off, 1991 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 43 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 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP) has 218 more horse power than 1948 Simca 8. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1948 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 586 kg more than 1948 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, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 1991 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari Mondial | 1948 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Simca |
| Model | Mondial | 8 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
