1969 Opel GT vs. 1957 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1969 Opel GT 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 1,900 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel GT (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1957 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Oceane.
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 Opel GT (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1969 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel GT | 1957 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Opel | Simca |
| Model | GT | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 42 L |
