1956 Simca Oceane vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja is newer by 50 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 2,458 cc, 2006 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1956 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Baja weights approximately 540 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.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Simca Oceane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Subaru Baja (225 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Simca Oceane | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Simca | Subaru |
| Model | Oceane | Baja |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
