1960 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1941 Simca 5
To start off, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette 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 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1941 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1941 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 840 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 Corvette | 1941 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Corvette | 5 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1941 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2010 mm |
