1961 Simca Oceane vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1961 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 425 kg more than 1961 Simca Oceane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Simca Oceane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Simca Oceane | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Simca | Subaru |
Model | Oceane | Impreza |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |