1999 Holden Commodore vs. 1943 Simca 5
To start off, 1999 Holden Commodore is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Simca 5 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1943 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1943 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Commodore weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1943 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:
| 1999 Holden Commodore | 1943 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Holden | Simca |
| Model | Commodore | 5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1943 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2010 mm |
