1979 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 1943 Simca 5
To start off, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Simca 5 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1943 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1943 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1943 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 Pontiac Grand Safari | 1943 Simca 5 | |
Make | Pontiac | Simca |
Model | Grand Safari | 5 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1943 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 3220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2010 mm |