1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 1960 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1960 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo should accelerate faster than 1960 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Simca Oceane weights approximately 270 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo.
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, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo | 1960 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | Scarabeo | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
