1978 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1956 Simca Vedette
To start off, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Simca Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Simca Vedette would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1956 Simca Vedette. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 490 kg more than 1956 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. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1956 Simca Vedette has manual transmission. 1956 Simca Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Caprice | 1956 Simca Vedette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Caprice | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
