1972 Renault 5 vs. 1959 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1972 Renault 5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Simca Oceane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Simca Oceane (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Simca Oceane should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Simca Oceane weights approximately 235 kg more than 1972 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Simca Oceane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Simca Oceane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Renault 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Simca Oceane (91 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Simca Oceane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 5 | 1959 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Renault | Simca |
| Model | 5 | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
