1980 Buick Electra vs. 1947 Simca 5
To start off, 1980 Buick Electra is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Simca 5 would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1947 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1947 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1947 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:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 1947 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Buick | Simca |
| Model | Electra | 5 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2010 mm |
