1942 Simca 5 vs. 1996 Volvo V90
To start off, 1996 Volvo V90 is newer by 54 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 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Volvo V90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V90 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1942 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V90 should accelerate faster than 1942 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V90 weights approximately 1070 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 | 1996 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | Simca | Volvo |
| Model | 5 | V90 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 570 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
