1969 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1957 Simca Plein Ceil
To start off, 1969 Bizzarrini GT is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Plein Ceil would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Bizzarrini GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Bizzarrini GT (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bizzarrini GT should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Simca Plein Ceil weights approximately 260 kg more than 1969 Bizzarrini GT.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Bizzarrini GT (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1969 Bizzarrini GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bizzarrini GT | 1957 Simca Plein Ceil | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Simca |
| Model | GT | Plein Ceil |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2450 mm |
