1946 Simca 5 vs. 1969 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1969 Simca 1200S is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Simca 5 would be higher. At 1,203 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Simca 1200S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Simca 1200S (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1946 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1946 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Simca 1200S weights approximately 295 kg more than 1946 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:
| 1946 Simca 5 | 1969 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Simca | Simca |
| Model | 5 | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 570 cc | 1203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2240 mm |
