1970 Ford Cortina vs. 1945 Simca 5
To start off, 1970 Ford Cortina is newer by 25 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Cortina (95 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1945 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1945 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Cortina weights approximately 535 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:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 1945 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Cortina | 5 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2010 mm |
