1974 Simca 1301 vs. 1959 Simca Oceane

To start off, 1974 Simca 1301 is newer by 15 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 5 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Simca Oceane should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 44 kg more than 1959 Simca Oceane.

Let's talk about torque, 1974 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Oceane. (91 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Oceane.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Simca 1301 1959 Simca Oceane
Make Simca Simca
Model 1301 Oceane
Year Released 1974 1959
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 1294 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 51 HP 56 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 100 Nm 91 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 74 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1014 kg 970 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2450 mm


 

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