1975 Nissan Cedric vs. 1958 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cedric is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Simca Oceane (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (55 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Simca Oceane should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 408 kg more than 1958 Simca Oceane.
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, 1975 Nissan Cedric (127 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cedric | 1958 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Cedric | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |
