1965 Mazda Familia vs. 1957 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1965 Mazda Familia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Simca Oceane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Simca Oceane (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Simca Oceane should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Simca Oceane weights approximately 230 kg more than 1965 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Simca Oceane (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Simca Oceane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda Familia | 1957 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | Familia | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1294 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
