1956 Simca Oceane vs. 1960 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1960 Skoda Felicia is newer by 4 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. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Simca Oceane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Simca Oceane (56 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Simca Oceane should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Simca Oceane weights approximately 80 kg more than 1960 Skoda Felicia. 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, 1956 Simca Oceane (90 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm). This means 1956 Simca Oceane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Simca Oceane | 1960 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Simca | Skoda |
| Model | Oceane | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2400 mm |
