1946 Simca 5 vs. 1990 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1990 Toyota Camry is newer by 44 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Camry (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1946 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1946 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Camry weights approximately 645 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.
Because 1946 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 1946 Simca 5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Camry, 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:
| 1946 Simca 5 | 1990 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 5 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 570 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 | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
