1956 Simca Oceane vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 52 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1956 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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.
Because 1956 Simca Oceane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Simca Oceane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (140 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Simca Oceane | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | Oceane | Golf |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |
