1958 Simca Oceane vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 50 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1958 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 893 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 2008 SsangYong Korando 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Simca Oceane | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Simca | SsangYong |
Model | Oceane | Korando |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |