1959 Simca Oceane vs. 2010 Citroen C8
To start off, 2010 Citroen C8 is newer by 51 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C8 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1959 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C8 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1959 Simca Oceane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Simca Oceane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Simca Oceane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Citroen C8 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Oceane. (91 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Simca Oceane | 2010 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Simca | Citroen |
| Model | Oceane | C8 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
