1960 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1941 Simca 5
To start off, 1960 Chevrolet Corvair is newer by 19 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 2,287 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Chevrolet Corvair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chevrolet Corvair (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1941 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chevrolet Corvair should accelerate faster than 1941 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chevrolet Corvair weights approximately 600 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:
| 1960 Chevrolet Corvair | 1941 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Corvair | 5 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1941 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2010 mm |
