1960 Simca Plein Ceil vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1981 Nissan Laurel is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Simca Plein Ceil. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Simca Plein Ceil would be higher. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Laurel (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1960 Simca Plein Ceil. (56 HP @ 200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1960 Simca Plein Ceil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 110 kg more than 1960 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. 1981 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 1960 Simca Plein Ceil has manual transmission. 1960 Simca Plein Ceil will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Simca Plein Ceil | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Simca | Nissan |
| Model | Plein Ceil | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1981 |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
