1959 Simca Plein Ceil vs. 1967 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1967 Simca 1200S is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Simca Plein Ceil. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Simca Plein Ceil would be higher. In terms of performance, 1967 Simca 1200S (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Simca Plein Ceil. (56 HP @ 200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Plein Ceil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Simca Plein Ceil weights approximately 245 kg more than 1967 Simca 1200S.
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 | 1967 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Simca | Simca |
| Model | Plein Ceil | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2240 mm |
