1974 Lada 1200 vs. 1956 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1974 Lada 1200 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Simca Oceane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lada 1200 (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1956 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lada 1200 should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada 1200 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1956 Simca Oceane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1956 Simca Oceane (90 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada 1200. (87 Nm). This means 1956 Simca Oceane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada 1200 | 1956 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Lada | Simca |
| Model | 1200 | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
