1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1962 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1962 Simca Oceane is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Simca Oceane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1962 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Simca Oceane weights approximately 290 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000.
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, 1958 Abarth 1000 (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1958 Abarth 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 1000 | 1962 Simca Oceane | |
Make | Abarth | Simca |
Model | 1000 | Oceane |
Year Released | 1958 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |