2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1942 Simca 5
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 66 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Simca 5 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1942 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1942 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 701 kg more than 1942 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:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1942 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Silverado | 5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1942 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2010 mm |
