1958 Simca Oceane vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 47 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 (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1958 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 343 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 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Simca Oceane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Simca Oceane | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Simca | Subaru |
Model | Oceane | Legacy |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |