1968 Fiat 500 vs. 1959 Simca Plein Ceil
To start off, 1968 Fiat 500 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Simca Plein Ceil. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Simca Plein Ceil would be higher. In terms of performance, 1959 Simca Plein Ceil (56 HP @ 200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Simca Plein Ceil should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Simca Plein Ceil weights approximately 590 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. 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:
| 1968 Fiat 500 | 1959 Simca Plein Ceil | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | 500 | Plein Ceil |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1959 |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2360 mm |
