1961 Simca Oceane vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima is newer by 51 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), 2012 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1961 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Altima weights approximately 472 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 1961 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 1961 Simca Oceane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima, 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, 2012 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Simca Oceane | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Simca | Nissan |
| Model | Oceane | Altima |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 76 L |
