1960 Simca Oceane vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 50 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, 2010 Honda Jazz (77 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1960 Simca Oceane. (56 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1960 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Jazz weights approximately 78 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, 2010 Honda Jazz, 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, 2010 Honda Jazz (110 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm). This means 2010 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Simca Oceane | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Simca | Honda |
| Model | Oceane | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 77 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
