1943 Simca 5 vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Simca 5 would be higher. At 698 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Smart ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForTwo (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1943 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1943 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 255 kg more than 1943 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:
| 1943 Simca 5 | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Simca | Smart |
| Model | 5 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1943 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 570 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 60 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 | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
