1948 Simca 5 vs. 1950 Talbot T 26
To start off, 1950 Talbot T 26 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Simca 5 would be higher. At 4,482 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Talbot T 26 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Talbot T 26 (276 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1948 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Talbot T 26 should accelerate faster than 1948 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Talbot T 26 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1948 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:
| 1948 Simca 5 | 1950 Talbot T 26 | |
| Make | Simca | Talbot |
| Model | 5 | T 26 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1950 |
| Engine Size | 570 cc | 4482 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
