1975 Audi 100 vs. 1956 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1975 Audi 100 is newer by 19 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1956 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Audi 100 weights approximately 80 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.
Because 1956 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 1956 Simca Oceane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Audi 100, 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, 1975 Audi 100 (124 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm). This means 1975 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 100 | 1956 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | 100 | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
