1956 Simca Oceane vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 54 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1956 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 350 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, 2010 Honda Civic, 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, 2010 Honda Civic (148 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm). This means 2010 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Oceane. 2010 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1956 Simca Oceane has manual transmission. 1956 Simca Oceane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Simca Oceane | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Simca | Honda |
| Model | Oceane | Civic |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
