1960 Simca Oceane vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento 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 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1960 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1960 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1029 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 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Simca Oceane. 2010 Kia Sorento 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. 2010 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Simca Oceane | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Simca | Kia |
| Model | Oceane | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1999 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
