1959 Simca Plein Ceil vs. 1955 Simca Vedette
To start off, 1959 Simca Plein Ceil is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Simca Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Simca Vedette would be higher. In terms of performance, 1955 Simca Vedette (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Simca Plein Ceil. (56 HP @ 200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Simca Vedette should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Plein Ceil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Simca Vedette weights approximately 80 kg more than 1959 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 Simca Plein Ceil | 1955 Simca Vedette | |
| Make | Simca | Simca |
| Model | Plein Ceil | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1955 |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
