1953 AC 2-Litre vs. 1956 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1956 Simca Oceane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 AC 2-Litre (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1956 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 AC 2-Litre should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 350 kg more than 1956 Simca Oceane. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1953 AC 2-Litre (136 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm). This means 1953 AC 2-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
1953 AC 2-Litre | 1956 Simca Oceane | |
Make | AC | Simca |
Model | 2-Litre | Oceane |
Year Released | 1953 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 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 | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 90 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2450 mm |