1969 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1958 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Simca Oceane would be higher. Both 1969 Alfa Romeo GT and 1958 Simca Oceane are equipped with a 1,290 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1958 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Simca Oceane weights approximately 2 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT.
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, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo GT | 1958 Simca Oceane | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
Model | GT | Oceane |
Year Released | 1969 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |