1941 Simca 5 vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 1955 Studebaker President State is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Simca 5 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Studebaker President State is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Studebaker President State (174 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1941 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 1941 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Studebaker President State weights approximately 990 kg more than 1941 Simca 5. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Simca 5 | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Simca | Studebaker |
| Model | 5 | President State |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 568 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3070 mm |
