1969 Opel Kadett vs. 1959 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1969 Opel Kadett is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Simca Oceane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Simca Oceane (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1969 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Simca Oceane should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Simca Oceane weights approximately 215 kg more than 1969 Opel Kadett. 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, 1959 Simca Oceane (91 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Simca Oceane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Kadett | 1959 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Opel | Simca |
| Model | Kadett | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
