1985 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1957 Simca Plein Ceil
To start off, 1985 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 28 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 2,292 cc, 1985 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda RX-7 (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda RX-7 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 28 kg more than 1985 Mazda RX-7.
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, 1985 Mazda RX-7 (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda RX-7 | 1957 Simca Plein Ceil | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | RX-7 | Plein Ceil |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
