1958 Simca Oceane vs. 1990 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1990 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 32 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Vauxhall Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Vauxhall Nova (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1958 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Vauxhall Nova should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Simca Oceane weights approximately 187 kg more than 1990 Vauxhall Nova.
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, 1990 Vauxhall Nova, 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, 1990 Vauxhall Nova (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1990 Vauxhall Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Simca Oceane | 1990 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Simca | Vauxhall |
| Model | Oceane | Nova |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
