1960 Simca Oceane vs. 1980 Simca 1100
To start off, 1980 Simca 1100 is newer by 20 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 12 more horse power than 1980 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Simca Oceane should accelerate faster than 1980 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Simca Oceane weights approximately 90 kg more than 1980 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1980 Simca 1100, 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, 1960 Simca Oceane (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Simca Oceane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Simca Oceane | 1980 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Simca | Simca |
| Model | Oceane | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
