1975 Mazda 616 vs. 1962 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1975 Mazda 616 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1962 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Simca Oceane weights approximately 60 kg more than 1975 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 616 | 1962 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | 616 | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |
