1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1959 Simca Plein Ceil
To start off, 1959 Simca Plein Ceil is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. In terms of performance, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1959 Simca Plein Ceil. (56 HP @ 200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Plein Ceil.
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:
| 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | 1959 Simca Plein Ceil | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Bel Air | Plein Ceil |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1959 |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2360 mm |
