2006 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1950 Simca 8
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 56 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 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Simca 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Spark (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1950 Simca 8. (47 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1950 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 128 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.
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, 1950 Simca 8 (88 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm). This means 1950 Simca 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Spark | 1950 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Spark | 8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |
