1958 Simca Oceane vs. 1963 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1963 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Simca Oceane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Simca Oceane (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Simca Oceane should accelerate faster than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Simca Oceane weights approximately 472 kg more than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Simca Oceane (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1958 Simca Oceane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Simca Oceane | 1963 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Simca | Suzuki |
| Model | Oceane | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2060 mm |
