1947 Simca 5 vs. 1993 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1993 Toyota Cressida is newer by 46 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Cressida (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1947 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1947 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 860 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 | 1993 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 5 | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 570 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2740 mm |
