1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1947 Simca 5
To start off, 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Simca 5 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1947 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1947 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1947 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:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1947 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | 1900 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2010 mm |
