1955 Simca Vedette vs. 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Simca Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Simca Vedette would be higher. At 2,351 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Simca Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1955 Simca Vedette. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1955 Simca Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 157 kg more than 1955 Simca Vedette. 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 Simca Vedette | 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
| Make | Simca | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Vedette | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
