1946 Simca 5 vs. 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett 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 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett (67 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1946 Simca 5. (14 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett should accelerate faster than 1946 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 655 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 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Simca | Volvo |
| Model | 5 | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 570 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 67 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
