1957 Simca Plein Ceil vs. 2002 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2002 Toyota Caldina is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Plein Ceil would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Caldina (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 305 kg more than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Simca Plein Ceil is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Toyota Caldina (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. 2002 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 1957 Simca Plein Ceil has manual transmission. 1957 Simca Plein Ceil will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Simca Plein Ceil | 2002 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | Plein Ceil | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
