1969 Morris Minor vs. 1957 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1969 Morris Minor is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Simca Oceane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Simca Oceane (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Simca Oceane should accelerate faster than 1969 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Simca Oceane weights approximately 170 kg more than 1969 Morris Minor. 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, 1957 Simca Oceane (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Simca Oceane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Morris Minor | 1957 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Morris | Simca |
| Model | Minor | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
