1956 Simca Oceane vs. 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett is newer by 9 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 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett (67 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1956 Simca Oceane. (56 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 245 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, 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett (144 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm). This means 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Simca Oceane | 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Simca | Volvo |
| Model | Oceane | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
