1960 Simca Oceane vs. 1972 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1972 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 12 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 23 more horse power than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Simca Oceane should accelerate faster than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Simca Oceane weights approximately 490 kg more than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. 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, 1960 Simca Oceane (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (43 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1960 Simca Oceane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Simca Oceane | 1972 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Simca | Suzuki |
| Model | Oceane | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 30 L |
