1947 Simca 5 vs. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 40 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1947 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1947 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 826 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 | 1987 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Simca | Vauxhall |
| Model | 5 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 570 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2740 mm |
