1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1955 Simca Vedette
To start off, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Simca Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Simca Vedette would be higher. At 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1955 Simca Vedette. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1955 Simca Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 560 kg more than 1955 Simca Vedette. 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. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1955 Simca Vedette has manual transmission. 1955 Simca Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1955 Simca Vedette | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Simca |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6596 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2700 mm |
