1999 Dodge Stealth vs. 1949 Simca 8
To start off, 1999 Dodge Stealth is newer by 50 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Stealth (283 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1949 Simca 8. (49 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 780 kg more than 1949 Simca 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Simca 8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Stealth will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Simca 8. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Stealth | 1949 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Stealth | 8 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |
