1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1962 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1972 Mazda Luce is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1962 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 180 kg more than 1962 Simca Oceane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1962 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | Luce | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
