1948 Simca 5 vs. 1979 Fiat 131
To start off, 1979 Fiat 131 is newer by 31 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 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Fiat 131 (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1948 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1948 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat 131 weights approximately 650 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 | 1979 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Simca | Fiat |
| Model | 5 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 570 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |
