1942 Simca 5 vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 64 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 696 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Smart Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart Roadster (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1942 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1942 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart Roadster weights approximately 410 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 | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Simca | Smart |
| Model | 5 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 570 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
