1960 Simca Oceane vs. 1966 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1966 Wartburg 311 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Simca Oceane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Simca Oceane (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Simca Oceane should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Because 1960 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 1960 Simca Oceane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Wartburg 311, 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, 1966 Wartburg 311 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1966 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Simca Oceane | 1966 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Simca | Wartburg |
| Model | Oceane | 311 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |
