2004 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1949 Simca 8
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 55 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1949 Simca 8. (49 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1565 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 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Simca 8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Simca 8. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Simca 8. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1949 Simca 8 has manual transmission. 1949 Simca 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | 1949 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Simca |
| Model | Range Rover | 8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
