1962 Simca Oceane vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 49 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1962 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 474 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, 2011 Honda Accord, 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, 2011 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Simca Oceane | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | Simca | Honda |
Model | Oceane | Accord |
Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1444 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |