1994 Ford Mustang vs. 1945 Simca 5
To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Simca 5 would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1945 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1945 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 830 kg more than 1945 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.
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1994 Ford Mustang | 1945 Simca 5 | |
Make | Ford | Simca |
Model | Mustang | 5 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1945 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 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 | 1390 kg | 560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2010 mm |