1972 Fiat 125 vs. 1945 Simca 5
To start off, 1972 Fiat 125 is newer by 27 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1945 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1945 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 125 weights approximately 400 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:
| 1972 Fiat 125 | 1945 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | 125 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2010 mm |
