1998 Honda NSX vs. 1941 Simca 5
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 57 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1941 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1941 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 870 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:
| 1998 Honda NSX | 1941 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | NSX | 5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1941 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2010 mm |
