1960 Ford Prefect vs. 1945 Simca 5
To start off, 1960 Ford Prefect is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Simca 5 would be higher. At 995 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Ford Prefect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ford Prefect (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1945 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ford Prefect should accelerate faster than 1945 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Prefect weights approximately 218 kg more than 1945 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 Ford Prefect | 1945 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Prefect | 5 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2010 mm |
