1979 Buick Century vs. 1944 Simca 5
To start off, 1979 Buick Century is newer by 35 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1944 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1944 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 866 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:
1979 Buick Century | 1944 Simca 5 | |
Make | Buick | Simca |
Model | Century | 5 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1944 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 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 | 1430 kg | 564 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2010 mm |