1956 Simca Oceane vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara 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 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1956 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 835 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 2010 Opel Antara 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, 2010 Opel Antara 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, 2010 Opel Antara (220 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm). This means 2010 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Simca Oceane | 2010 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Simca | Opel |
| Model | Oceane | Antara |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
