1945 Simca 5 vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1994 Toyota Carina is newer by 49 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Carina (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1945 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1945 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Carina weights approximately 680 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.
Because 1945 Simca 5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1945 Simca 5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 5 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 568 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2590 mm |
