1991 Lincoln Town Car vs. 1961 Simca Plein Ceil
To start off, 1991 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca Plein Ceil. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca Plein Ceil would be higher. In terms of performance, 1991 Lincoln Town Car (210 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1961 Simca Plein Ceil. (56 HP @ 200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca Plein Ceil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 730 kg more than 1961 Simca Plein Ceil. 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. 1991 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1961 Simca Plein Ceil has manual transmission. 1961 Simca Plein Ceil will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lincoln Town Car | 1961 Simca Plein Ceil | |
| Make | Lincoln | Simca |
| Model | Town Car | Plein Ceil |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1961 |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2360 mm |
