1948 Simca 5 vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 63 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1948 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1948 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 520 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 | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Simca | Toyota |
Model | 5 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 570 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2790 mm |