1957 Simca Oceane vs. 2003 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2003 Toyota Sienna is newer by 46 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Sienna (173 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1957 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 735 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, 2003 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2003 Toyota Sienna (294 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Oceane. 2003 Toyota Sienna 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. 2003 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Simca Oceane | 2003 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | Oceane | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2910 mm |
