2003 Saturn Vue vs. 1949 Simca 8
To start off, 2003 Saturn Vue is newer by 54 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Saturn Vue (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1949 Simca 8. (49 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Saturn Vue weights approximately 496 kg more than 1949 Simca 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Saturn Vue, 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 Saturn Vue (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Simca 8. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Saturn Vue | 1949 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Saturn | Simca |
| Model | Vue | 8 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
