1972 Holden Torana vs. 1958 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1972 Holden Torana is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Simca Oceane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Simca Oceane (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Simca Oceane should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Simca Oceane weights approximately 162 kg more than 1972 Holden Torana. 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, 1972 Holden Torana (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Torana | 1958 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Holden | Simca |
| Model | Torana | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1159 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
