1960 Abarth 850 vs. 1947 Simca 5
To start off, 1960 Abarth 850 is newer by 13 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 850 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Abarth 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 850 (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1947 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 850 should accelerate faster than 1947 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Abarth 850 weights approximately 10 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:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 1947 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Abarth | Simca |
| Model | 850 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1947 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
