1956 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1955 Simca Vedette
To start off, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 1 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, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 190 (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1955 Simca Vedette. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1955 Simca Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Simca Vedette weights approximately 16 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 190.
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 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1955 Simca Vedette | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | 190 | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
