1999 Honda Insight vs. 1949 Simca 8
To start off, 1999 Honda Insight 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 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Simca 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1949 Simca 8. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Simca 8 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1999 Honda Insight.
Because 1949 Simca 8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Simca 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Insight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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:
| 1999 Honda Insight | 1949 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Insight | 8 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
