1957 Simca Oceane vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 43 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 1,867 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Corolla (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1957 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Simca Oceane | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Simca | Toyota |
Model | Oceane | Corolla |
Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1867 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |