1959 Abarth 500 vs. 1942 Simca 5
To start off, 1959 Abarth 500 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Simca 5 would be higher. At 570 cc (4 cylinders), 1942 Simca 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 500 (20 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1942 Simca 5. (14 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 500 should accelerate faster than 1942 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Simca 5 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1959 Abarth 500.
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:
| 1959 Abarth 500 | 1942 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Abarth | Simca |
| Model | 500 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 14 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
