1941 Simca 5 vs. 1956 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1956 Toyota Crown is newer by 15 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 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Toyota Crown (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1941 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1941 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Toyota Crown weights approximately 690 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 | 1956 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 5 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 568 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2540 mm |
