1959 Lancia Appia vs. 1957 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1959 Lancia Appia 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Simca Oceane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Simca Oceane (56 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Simca Oceane should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Simca Oceane weights approximately 70 kg more than 1959 Lancia Appia. 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, 1957 Simca Oceane (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Simca Oceane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Appia | 1957 Simca Oceane | |
Make | Lancia | Simca |
Model | Appia | Oceane |
Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 56 HP |
Torque | 77 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |