1999 Lotus GT 1 vs. 1941 Simca 8
To start off, 1999 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Simca 8 would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 540 more horse power than 1941 Simca 8. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1941 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotus GT 1 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1941 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus GT 1 | 1941 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Lotus | Simca |
| Model | GT 1 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 573 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2430 mm |
