2007 Pontiac Solstice vs. 1945 Simca 5
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 62 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 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Solstice (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1945 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1945 Simca 5.
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:
| 2007 Pontiac Solstice | 1945 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Simca |
| Model | Solstice | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1945 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2010 mm |
