1972 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1960 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1972 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 12 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 1,378 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mitsubishi Galant (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1960 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1960 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Simca Oceane weights approximately 145 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Galant.
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 Mitsubishi Galant (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1972 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mitsubishi Galant | 1960 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Simca |
| Model | Galant | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1378 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |
