1959 Buick Invicta vs. 1961 Simca Plein Ceil
To start off, 1961 Simca Plein Ceil is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Buick Invicta would be higher. In terms of performance, 1959 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1961 Simca Plein Ceil. (56 HP @ 200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca Plein Ceil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Buick Invicta weights approximately 970 kg more than 1961 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. 1959 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 1961 Simca Plein Ceil has manual transmission. 1961 Simca Plein Ceil will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Buick Invicta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Buick Invicta | 1961 Simca Plein Ceil | |
| Make | Buick | Simca |
| Model | Invicta | Plein Ceil |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
