1994 Plymouth Prowler vs. 1950 Simca 8
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Simca 8 would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1950 Simca 8. (47 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1950 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 334 kg more than 1950 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, 1994 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 1994 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Simca 8. 1994 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 1950 Simca 8 has manual transmission. 1950 Simca 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Plymouth Prowler | 1950 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Simca |
| Model | Prowler | 8 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2450 mm |
