2007 Lotus Elise vs. 1950 Simca 8
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 57 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1950 Simca 8. (47 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1950 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, 2007 Lotus Elise (180 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 2007 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Elise | 1950 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Lotus | Simca |
| Model | Elise | 8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |
