1959 Holden FE vs. 1957 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1959 Holden FE is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Holden FE (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1957 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Holden FE should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Holden FE weights approximately 10 kg more than 1957 Simca Oceane. 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, 1959 Holden FE (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1959 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Holden FE | 1957 Simca Oceane | |
Make | Holden | Simca |
Model | FE | Oceane |
Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |