1970 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1960 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1970 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (173 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1960 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1960 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 626 kg more than 1960 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 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Pontiac Firebird | 1960 Simca Oceane | |
Make | Pontiac | Simca |
Model | Firebird | Oceane |
Year Released | 1970 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6547 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.7 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |