1958 Simca Plein Ceil vs. 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C
To start off, 1958 Simca Plein Ceil is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. In terms of performance, 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1958 Simca Plein Ceil. (56 HP @ 200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Plein Ceil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 400 kg more than 1958 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Simca Plein Ceil | 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C | |
| Make | Simca | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Plein Ceil | 6C |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1939 |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3010 mm |
