1956 Simca Oceane vs. 1982 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1982 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 26 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, 1982 Skoda Rapid R (62 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1956 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Skoda Rapid R should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Simca Oceane weights approximately 120 kg more than 1982 Skoda Rapid R.
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, 1982 Skoda Rapid R (99 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm). This means 1982 Skoda Rapid R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Simca Oceane | 1982 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Simca | Skoda |
| Model | Oceane | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
