1975 Simca 1501 vs. 1959 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1975 Simca 1501 is newer by 16 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Simca 1501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Simca 1501 (61 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1959 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Simca 1501 should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1501 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1959 Simca Oceane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Simca 1501 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Oceane. (91 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Simca 1501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Simca 1501 | 1959 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Simca | Simca |
| Model | 1501 | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 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 |
