1977 Buick Regal vs. 1956 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1977 Buick Regal is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Regal (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1956 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 460 kg more than 1956 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, 1977 Buick Regal (251 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Oceane. 1977 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1956 Simca Oceane has manual transmission. 1956 Simca Oceane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 1956 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Buick | Simca |
| Model | Regal | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
