2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1942 Simca 5
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 67 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1942 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1942 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1132 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:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1942 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Charger | 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1942 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2010 mm |
