2005 Holden Caprice vs. 1949 Simca 8
To start off, 2005 Holden Caprice is newer by 56 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Caprice (295 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1949 Simca 8. (49 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Caprice 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Holden Caprice (446 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Simca 8. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Simca 8. 2005 Holden Caprice 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. 2005 Holden Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Caprice | 1949 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Holden | Simca |
| Model | Caprice | 8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
