1957 Simca Oceane vs. 1984 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1984 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 27 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Simca Oceane (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Simca Oceane should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 75 kg more than 1957 Simca Oceane.
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, 1984 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 1984 Volkswagen Passat (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Simca Oceane | 1984 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
Model | Oceane | Passat |
Year Released | 1957 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |