1959 Porsche 356 vs. 1941 Simca 5
To start off, 1959 Porsche 356 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Simca 5 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1941 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1941 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Porsche 356 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1941 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:
| 1959 Porsche 356 | 1941 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Porsche | Simca |
| Model | 356 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2010 mm |
