1977 Chrysler Sedan vs. 1959 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1977 Chrysler Sedan is newer by 18 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 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler Sedan (201 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1959 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 560 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.
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 Chrysler Sedan (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Oceane. (91 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Oceane. 1977 Chrysler Sedan has automatic transmission and 1959 Simca Oceane has manual transmission. 1959 Simca Oceane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chrysler Sedan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Sedan | 1959 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Chrysler | Simca |
| Model | Sedan | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2450 mm |
