1942 Simca 5 vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1980 Toyota Corona is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Simca 5 would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Corona (97 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1942 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1942 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Corona weights approximately 605 kg more than 1942 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:
| 1942 Simca 5 | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 5 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 570 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
