1960 Citroen 2CV vs. 1960 Simca Plein Ceil
To start off, both 1960 Citroen 2CV and 1960 Simca Plein Ceil were released in the same year (1960). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. In terms of performance, 1960 Simca Plein Ceil (56 HP @ 200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (11 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Simca Plein Ceil should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Simca Plein Ceil weights approximately 605 kg more than 1960 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Simca Plein Ceil is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Simca Plein Ceil. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Citroen 2CV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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:
| 1960 Citroen 2CV | 1960 Simca Plein Ceil | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | 2CV | Plein Ceil |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1960 |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 11 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 42 L |
