1955 Abarth 600 vs. 1948 Simca 5
To start off, 1955 Abarth 600 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Simca 5 would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Abarth 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Abarth 600 (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1948 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Abarth 600 should accelerate faster than 1948 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Abarth 600 weights approximately 28 kg more than 1948 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:
| 1955 Abarth 600 | 1948 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Abarth | Simca |
| Model | 600 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
