1960 Simca Oceane vs. 1996 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 36 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Polo (63 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1960 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1960 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 65 kg more than 1960 Simca Oceane. 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, 1996 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 1996 Volkswagen Polo (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Simca Oceane | 1996 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
Model | Oceane | Polo |
Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |