1957 Simca Oceane vs. 1997 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1997 TVR Griffith is newer by 40 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1957 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 TVR Griffith weights approximately 92 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Simca Oceane | 1997 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Simca | TVR |
Model | Oceane | Griffith |
Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 57 L |