1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1960 Simca Plein Ceil
To start off, 1960 Simca Plein Ceil is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alvis TA 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alvis TA 21 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1951 Alvis TA 21 (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1960 Simca Plein Ceil. (56 HP @ 200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1960 Simca Plein Ceil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 348 kg more than 1960 Simca Plein Ceil. 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:
| 1951 Alvis TA 21 | 1960 Simca Plein Ceil | |
| Make | Alvis | Simca |
| Model | TA 21 | Plein Ceil |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1960 |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 42 L |
