1965 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1958 Simca Plein Ceil
To start off, 1965 Fiat Cabriolet is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Simca Plein Ceil. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Simca Plein Ceil would be higher. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Cabriolet (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1958 Simca Plein Ceil. (56 HP @ 200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Plein Ceil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Simca Plein Ceil weights approximately 210 kg more than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet.
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:
| 1965 Fiat Cabriolet | 1958 Simca Plein Ceil | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Cabriolet | Plein Ceil |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1958 |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2360 mm |
