1945 Simca 5 vs. 1968 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 1968 Toyota Sport 800 is newer by 23 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 790 cc (2 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Sport 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Sport 800 (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1945 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Sport 800 should accelerate faster than 1945 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Sport 800 weights approximately 22 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 | 1968 Toyota Sport 800 | |
Make | Simca | Toyota |
Model | 5 | Sport 800 |
Year Released | 1945 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 568 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 582 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |