1947 Simca 5 vs. 1996 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1996 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 49 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi Atlantique (277 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1947 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1947 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 690 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 | 1996 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Simca | Venturi |
| Model | 5 | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 570 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
