1960 Simca Oceane vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Toyota Celica is newer by 40 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Celica (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1960 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1960 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Celica weights approximately 149 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, 2000 Toyota Celica, 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, 2000 Toyota Celica (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Simca Oceane | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Simca | Toyota |
Model | Oceane | Celica |
Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1119 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |