2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1943 Simca 5
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 66 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1943 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1943 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 2148 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.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1943 Simca 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Defender | 1943 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Simca |
| Model | Defender | 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1943 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2402 cc | 570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2010 mm |
