1998 Lotus Elise vs. 1944 Simca 8
To start off, 1998 Lotus Elise is newer by 54 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus Elise (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1944 Simca 8. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1944 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Simca 8 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lotus Elise | 1944 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Lotus | Simca |
| Model | Elise | 8 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2430 mm |
