1944 Simca 5 vs. 1967 Simca 1501
To start off, 1967 Simca 1501 is newer by 23 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 1,473 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Simca 1501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Simca 1501 (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1944 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Simca 1501 should accelerate faster than 1944 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Simca 1501 weights approximately 454 kg more than 1944 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:
| 1944 Simca 5 | 1967 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Simca | Simca |
| Model | 5 | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 570 cc | 1473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
