1944 Simca 5 vs. 1945 Simca 5
To start off, 1945 Simca 5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Simca 5 would be higher. At 570 cc (4 cylinders), 1944 Simca 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 14 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Simca 5 weights approximately 4 kg more than 1945 Simca 5.
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:
| 1944 Simca 5 | 1945 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Simca | Simca |
| Model | 5 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1945 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 570 cc | 568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
