1958 Simca Oceane vs. 1984 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1984 Nissan Santana is newer by 26 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 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Santana (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1958 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Santana weights approximately 173 kg more than 1958 Simca Oceane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Simca Oceane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Santana, 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, 1984 Nissan Santana (152 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Oceane. 1984 Nissan Santana has automatic transmission and 1958 Simca Oceane has manual transmission. 1958 Simca Oceane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Nissan Santana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Simca Oceane | 1984 Nissan Santana | |
Make | Simca | Nissan |
Model | Oceane | Santana |
Year Released | 1958 | 1984 |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |