1979 Fiat 131 vs. 1941 Simca 5
To start off, 1979 Fiat 131 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Simca 5 would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Fiat 131 (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1941 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1941 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat 131 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1941 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 Fiat 131 | 1941 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | 131 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2010 mm |
