1945 Simca 5 vs. 1954 Triumph TR2
To start off, 1954 Triumph TR2 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Simca 5 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Triumph TR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Triumph TR2 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1945 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Triumph TR2 should accelerate faster than 1945 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Triumph TR2 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1945 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:
| 1945 Simca 5 | 1954 Triumph TR2 | |
| Make | Simca | Triumph |
| Model | 5 | TR2 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 568 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2250 mm |
