1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1958 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1969 Lotus Europa 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. At 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1958 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Simca Oceane weights approximately 360 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1969 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1958 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Lotus | Simca |
| Model | Europa | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
