1967 Ford Fairlane vs. 1948 Simca 5
To start off, 1967 Ford Fairlane is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Simca 5 would be higher. At 3,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford Fairlane (122 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1948 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1948 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 750 kg more than 1948 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:
| 1967 Ford Fairlane | 1948 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Fairlane | 5 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3930 cc | 570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2010 mm |
