1961 AC Aceca vs. 1962 Simca Plein Ceil
To start off, 1962 Simca Plein Ceil is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Aceca would be higher. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Aceca (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1962 Simca Plein Ceil. (56 HP @ 200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca Plein Ceil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Simca Plein Ceil weights approximately 206 kg more than 1961 AC Aceca.
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:
| 1961 AC Aceca | 1962 Simca Plein Ceil | |
| Make | AC | Simca |
| Model | Aceca | Plein Ceil |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1962 |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 42 L |
