1962 Simca Oceane vs. 2001 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2001 Toyota Mark II is newer by 39 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Mark II (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1962 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 590 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 2001 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Simca Oceane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Mark II 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, 2001 Toyota Mark II (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca Oceane. 2001 Toyota Mark II has automatic transmission and 1962 Simca Oceane has manual transmission. 1962 Simca Oceane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Mark II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Simca Oceane | 2001 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | Oceane | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
