2002 Honda City vs. 1949 Simca 8
To start off, 2002 Honda City 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 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1949 Simca 8. (49 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Simca 8 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2002 Honda City.
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, 2002 Honda City, 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. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Honda City (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Simca 8. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda City | 1949 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | City | 8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
