1970 Peugeot 504 vs. 1956 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1970 Peugeot 504 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Peugeot 504 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1956 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1956 Simca Oceane. 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, 1970 Peugeot 504 (160 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm). This means 1970 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Peugeot 504 | 1956 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Peugeot | Simca |
| Model | 504 | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2450 mm |
