1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1944 Simca 8
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Simca 8 would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1944 Simca 8. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1944 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 930 kg more than 1944 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. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1944 Simca 8 has manual transmission. 1944 Simca 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1994 Chevrolet Caprice | 1944 Simca 8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
Model | Caprice | 8 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1944 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2430 mm |