2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 1950 Simca 8
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Seville is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Simca 8 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1950 Simca 8. (47 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1950 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 856 kg more than 1950 Simca 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 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 1950 Simca 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville, 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, 2003 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Simca 8. 2003 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1950 Simca 8 has manual transmission. 1950 Simca 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac Seville | 1950 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Simca |
| Model | Seville | 8 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
