1959 Austin Princess vs. 1958 Simca Plein Ceil
To start off, 1959 Austin Princess is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Simca Plein Ceil. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Simca Plein Ceil would be higher. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1958 Simca Plein Ceil. (56 HP @ 200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Plein Ceil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin Princess weights approximately 1080 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:
| 1959 Austin Princess | 1958 Simca Plein Ceil | |
| Make | Austin | Simca |
| Model | Princess | Plein Ceil |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1958 |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2360 mm |
