1981 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1941 Simca 5
To start off, 1981 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 40 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 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1941 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1941 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 982 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:
| 1981 Pontiac Firebird | 1941 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Simca |
| Model | Firebird | 5 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1941 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2010 mm |
