1963 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1943 Simca 5
To start off, 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Simca 5 would be higher. At 981 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1943 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 should accelerate faster than 1943 Simca 5.
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:
| 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 | 1943 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Abarth | Simca |
| Model | Mono 1000 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 981 cc | 570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
