1996 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1946 Simca 5
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Simca 5 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Impala (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1946 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1946 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1946 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:
| 1996 Chevrolet Impala | 1946 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Impala | 5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1946 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2010 mm |
