1962 Simca Plein Ceil vs. 1995 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1995 Toyota MR2 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca Plein Ceil. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca Plein Ceil would be higher. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1962 Simca Plein Ceil. (56 HP @ 200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca Plein Ceil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1962 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:
| 1962 Simca Plein Ceil | 1995 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | Plein Ceil | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
