1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial vs. 1943 Simca 5
To start off, 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Simca 5 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial (161 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1943 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial should accelerate faster than 1943 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial weights approximately 190 kg more than 1943 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:
| 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial | 1943 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Simca |
| Model | 500 Mondial | 5 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 560 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2010 mm |
