1958 Simca Oceane vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano is newer by 54 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 21 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Simca Oceane should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Simca Oceane weights approximately 372 kg more than 2012 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1958 Simca Oceane (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Simca Oceane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Simca Oceane | 2012 Tata Nano | |
Make | Simca | Tata |
Model | Oceane | Nano |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 624 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 48 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3099 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1495 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1652 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 37 L |