1966 BMW 1602 vs. 1961 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1966 BMW 1602 is newer by 5 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 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 BMW 1602 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 BMW 1602 (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1961 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 BMW 1602 should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Simca Oceane weights approximately 30 kg more than 1966 BMW 1602.
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 BMW 1602 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1966 BMW 1602 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
1966 BMW 1602 | 1961 Simca Oceane | |
Make | BMW | Simca |
Model | 1602 | Oceane |
Year Released | 1966 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 7.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 42 L |