1967 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1956 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1956 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 405 kg more than 1956 Simca Oceane. 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, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm). This means 1967 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Chevrolet Corvette | 1956 Simca Oceane | |
Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
Model | Corvette | Oceane |
Year Released | 1967 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 90 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |