1973 Honda 145 vs. 1959 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1973 Honda 145 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 1,432 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Honda 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 145 (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 145 should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Simca Oceane weights approximately 50 kg more than 1973 Honda 145.
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, 1973 Honda 145, 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, 1973 Honda 145 (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Oceane. (91 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda 145 | 1959 Simca Oceane | |
Make | Honda | Simca |
Model | 145 | Oceane |
Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1432 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |