1971 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1946 Simca 5
To start off, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Simca 5 would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1946 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1946 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 955 kg more than 1946 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.
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1971 Chevrolet Camaro | 1946 Simca 5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
Model | Camaro | 5 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1946 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2010 mm |