1941 Simca 5 vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1973 Toyota Corona is newer by 32 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corona (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1941 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1941 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corona weights approximately 442 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 | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 5 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 568 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
