1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1942 Simca 5
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Simca 5 would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1942 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1942 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 960 kg more than 1942 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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1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1942 Simca 5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
Model | Corvette | 5 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1942 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2010 mm |