1971 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1943 Simca 5
To start off, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 28 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1943 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1943 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 969 kg more than 1943 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:
| 1971 Chevrolet Corvette | 1943 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Corvette | 5 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1943 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2010 mm |
