1955 Abarth 210 vs. 1943 Simca 5
To start off, 1955 Abarth 210 is newer by 12 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 633 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Abarth 210 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Abarth 210 (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1943 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Abarth 210 should accelerate faster than 1943 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Simca 5 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1955 Abarth 210.
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:
| 1955 Abarth 210 | 1943 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Abarth | Simca |
| Model | 210 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 410 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 940 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1960 mm | 2010 mm |
