1960 Simca Oceane vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Toyota Camry is newer by 44 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Camry (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1960 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1960 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Camry weights approximately 536 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, 2004 Toyota Camry, 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, 2004 Toyota Camry (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Simca Oceane. 2004 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 1960 Simca Oceane has manual transmission. 1960 Simca Oceane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Simca Oceane | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | Oceane | Camry |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
