2007 Mini Cooper vs. 1950 Simca 8
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1950 Simca 8. (47 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1950 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mini Cooper weights approximately 250 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.
Because 1950 Simca 8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Simca 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mini Cooper (150 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Simca 8. 2007 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 1950 Simca 8 has manual transmission. 1950 Simca 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 1950 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Mini | Simca |
| Model | Cooper | 8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
