1957 Simca Oceane vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 51 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1957 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 425 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Simca Oceane | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | Oceane | Golf |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
