1972 Fiat Dino vs. 1945 Simca 5
To start off, 1972 Fiat Dino 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 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1945 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1945 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat Dino weights approximately 840 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 Dino | 1945 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Dino | 5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1945 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2010 mm |
