1947 Simca 5 vs. 1970 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 1970 Skoda 110 L is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Simca 5 would be higher. At 995 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Skoda 110 L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Skoda 110 L (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1947 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Skoda 110 L should accelerate faster than 1947 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Skoda 110 L weights approximately 245 kg more than 1947 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:
| 1947 Simca 5 | 1970 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | Simca | Skoda |
| Model | 5 | 110 L |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 570 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2400 mm |
