1956 Simca Oceane vs. 1957 Simca Plein Ceil
To start off, 1957 Simca Plein Ceil is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Simca Oceane would be higher. Both 1956 Simca Oceane and 1957 Simca Plein Ceil are equipped with a 1,290 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 56 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Simca Oceane weights approximately 30 kg more than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil.
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, both vehicles can yield 90 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Simca Oceane | 1957 Simca Plein Ceil | |
| Make | Simca | Simca |
| Model | Oceane | Plein Ceil |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
