1957 Simca Oceane vs. 1978 Simca Horizon
To start off, 1978 Simca Horizon is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 1,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Simca Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Simca Horizon (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1957 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Simca Horizon should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Simca Horizon weights approximately 55 kg more than 1957 Simca Oceane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Simca Oceane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Simca Horizon, 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, 1978 Simca Horizon (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1978 Simca Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Oceane. 1978 Simca Horizon has automatic transmission and 1957 Simca Oceane has manual transmission. 1957 Simca Oceane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Simca Horizon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Simca Oceane | 1978 Simca Horizon | |
| Make | Simca | Simca |
| Model | Oceane | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 47 L |
