1956 Simca Oceane vs. 2001 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2001 Smart ForTwo is newer by 45 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, 2001 Smart ForTwo (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1956 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Simca Oceane weights approximately 150 kg more than 2001 Smart ForTwo.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Simca Oceane | 2001 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Simca | Smart |
| Model | Oceane | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1820 mm |
