1961 Fiat 500 vs. 1944 Simca 5
To start off, 1961 Fiat 500 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Simca 5 would be higher. At 570 cc (4 cylinders), 1944 Simca 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 500 (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1944 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1944 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Simca 5 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1961 Fiat 500.
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:
1961 Fiat 500 | 1944 Simca 5 | |
Make | Fiat | Simca |
Model | 500 | 5 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1944 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 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 | 540 kg | 564 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2010 mm |