1956 Simca Oceane vs. 1977 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1977 Toyota Mark II is newer by 21 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Mark II (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1956 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 225 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm). This means 1977 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Simca Oceane | 1977 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | Oceane | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |
