1977 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1958 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1977 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat Campagnola (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1958 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 638 kg more than 1958 Simca Oceane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Simca Oceane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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 Fiat Campagnola (148 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat Campagnola | 1958 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Campagnola | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
