2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1941 Simca 5
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 59 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1941 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1941 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 738 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:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 1941 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Mustang | 5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1941 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2010 mm |
