1959 Simca Oceane vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1959 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti FX weights approximately 749 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.
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, 2010 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Oceane. (91 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Oceane. 2010 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1959 Simca Oceane has manual transmission. 1959 Simca Oceane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Simca Oceane | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Simca | Infiniti |
| Model | Oceane | FX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
