1967 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1958 Simca Plein Ceil
To start off, 1967 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 9 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, 1967 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1958 Simca Plein Ceil. (56 HP @ 200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Plein Ceil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 320 kg more than 1958 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:
| 1967 Lancia Flaminia | 1958 Simca Plein Ceil | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Flaminia | Plein Ceil |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1958 |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2360 mm |
