1977 Porsche 912 vs. 1956 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1977 Porsche 912 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 912 (87 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1956 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 912 should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Porsche 912 weights approximately 170 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 Porsche 912 (136 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm). This means 1977 Porsche 912 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Porsche 912 | 1956 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Porsche | Simca |
| Model | 912 | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2450 mm |
