1950 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1945 Simca 5
To start off, 1950 Alfa Romeo 6C is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Simca 5 would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Alfa Romeo 6C (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1945 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1945 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 840 kg more than 1945 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:
1950 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1945 Simca 5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
Model | 6C | 5 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1945 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2010 mm |