1960 Simca Oceane vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 45 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1960 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1960 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 548 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 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Simca Oceane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Simca Oceane | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Simca | Subaru |
| Model | Oceane | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
