1962 Simca Oceane vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Octavia is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1962 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 278 kg more than 1962 Simca Oceane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Simca Oceane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Octavia, 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, 2000 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Simca Oceane | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Simca | Skoda |
| Model | Oceane | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
