2002 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1949 Simca 8
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 53 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Tracker (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1949 Simca 8. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 8.
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.
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2002 Chevrolet Tracker | 1949 Simca 8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
Model | Tracker | 8 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2430 mm |