1969 Fiat 500 vs. 1945 Simca 5
To start off, 1969 Fiat 500 is newer by 24 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 568 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Simca 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 500 (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1945 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1945 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Simca 5 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1969 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:
1969 Fiat 500 | 1945 Simca 5 | |
Make | Fiat | Simca |
Model | 500 | 5 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1945 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 3220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |