1971 Simca 1301 vs. 1957 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1971 Simca 1301 is newer by 14 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 5 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Simca Oceane should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Simca 1301 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1957 Simca Oceane.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1971 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Simca 1301 | 1957 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Simca | Simca |
| Model | 1301 | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |
