1957 Simca Plein Ceil vs. 2011 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Equus is newer by 54 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Equus (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 1078 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Hyundai Equus (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. 2011 Hyundai Equus 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. 2011 Hyundai Equus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Simca Plein Ceil | 2011 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Simca | Hyundai |
| Model | Plein Ceil | Equus |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5159 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3045 mm |
