1948 Simca 5 vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 1968 Volvo 120 is newer by 20 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 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Volvo 120 (67 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1948 Simca 5. (14 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1948 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo 120 weights approximately 450 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 | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Simca | Volvo |
| Model | 5 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 570 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 67 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
