1959 Simca Oceane vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1978 Skoda L is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Simca Oceane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Simca Oceane (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Simca Oceane should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Simca Oceane weights approximately 145 kg more than 1978 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Simca Oceane (91 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Simca Oceane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Simca Oceane | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Simca | Skoda |
| Model | Oceane | L |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
