1973 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1959 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1973 Daihatsu Consorte is newer by 14 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, 1973 Daihatsu Consorte (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1959 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Daihatsu Consorte should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Simca Oceane weights approximately 300 kg more than 1973 Daihatsu Consorte.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Daihatsu Consorte | 1959 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
| Model | Consorte | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
