1942 Simca 5 vs. 1988 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1988 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 46 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Vauxhall Carlton (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1942 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1942 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 590 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 | 1988 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Simca | Vauxhall |
| Model | 5 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 570 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2740 mm |
