1976 Datsun Violet vs. 1960 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1976 Datsun Violet is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Datsun Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Datsun Violet (62 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1960 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Datsun Violet should accelerate faster than 1960 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Simca Oceane weights approximately 70 kg more than 1976 Datsun Violet.
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, 1976 Datsun Violet (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1976 Datsun Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Datsun Violet | 1960 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Datsun | Simca |
| Model | Violet | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
