1941 Simca 5 vs. 1958 Subaru 360
To start off, 1958 Subaru 360 is newer by 17 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 568 cc (4 cylinders), 1941 Simca 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 14 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Simca 5 weights approximately 11 kg more than 1958 Subaru 360.
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 | 1958 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Simca | Subaru |
| Model | 5 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 568 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
