1976 Mazda 818 vs. 1961 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1976 Mazda 818 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Simca Oceane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1961 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 818 weights approximately 32 kg more than 1961 Simca Oceane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mazda 818 (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda 818 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 818 | 1961 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | 818 | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2450 mm |
