1950 Citroen 15 vs. 1960 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1960 Simca Oceane is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1960 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1960 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Citroen 15 weights approximately 356 kg more than 1960 Simca Oceane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Simca Oceane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Simca Oceane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 Citroen 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1950 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1950 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 15 | 1960 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | 15 | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2450 mm |
