1974 AMC Matador vs. 1944 Simca 5
To start off, 1974 AMC Matador is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Simca 5 would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1944 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1944 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 1228 kg more than 1944 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:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 1944 Simca 5 | |
| Make | AMC | Simca |
| Model | Matador | 5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1944 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 564 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2010 mm |
