1962 Austin A 90 vs. 1956 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1962 Austin A 90 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1956 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 90 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1956 Simca Oceane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1962 Austin A 90 (221 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm). This means 1962 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 90 | 1956 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Austin | Simca |
| Model | A 90 | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
