2007 Daihatsu Terios II vs. 1949 Simca 8
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is newer by 58 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1949 Simca 8. (49 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Terios II weights approximately 170 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Simca 8. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Terios II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios II | 1949 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
| Model | Terios II | 8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2450 mm |
