1964 Fiat 500 vs. 1961 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1964 Fiat 500 is newer by 3 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Simca Oceane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Simca Oceane (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Simca Oceane should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Simca Oceane weights approximately 485 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. 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, 1961 Simca Oceane (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Simca Oceane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Fiat 500 | 1961 Simca Oceane | |
Make | Fiat | Simca |
Model | 500 | Oceane |
Year Released | 1964 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 485 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 42 L |