1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1959 Simca Plein Ceil
To start off, 1959 Simca Plein Ceil is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1959 Simca Plein Ceil. (56 HP @ 200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Plein Ceil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Simca Plein Ceil weights approximately 420 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000.
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:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 1959 Simca Plein Ceil | |
| Make | Abarth | Simca |
| Model | 1000 | Plein Ceil |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1959 |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2360 mm |
