1998 Honda NSX vs. 1945 Simca 5
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 53 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1945 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1945 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 904 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.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 1945 Simca 5 | |
Make | Honda | Simca |
Model | NSX | 5 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1945 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2010 mm |