1957 Simca Plein Ceil vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2002 Xedos 9 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 645 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2002 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Simca Plein Ceil | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Simca | Xedos |
| Model | Plein Ceil | 9 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
