1959 Ford Prefect vs. 1959 Simca Plein Ceil
To start off, both 1959 Ford Prefect and 1959 Simca Plein Ceil were released in the same year (1959). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. In terms of performance, 1959 Simca Plein Ceil (56 HP @ 200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Simca Plein Ceil should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Simca Plein Ceil weights approximately 300 kg more than 1959 Ford Prefect. 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 Ford Prefect | 1959 Simca Plein Ceil | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Prefect | Plein Ceil |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1959 |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2360 mm |
