1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1961 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1978 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 17 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1961 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Simca Oceane weights approximately 100 kg more than 1978 Fiat Ritmo.
Because 1961 Simca Oceane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Simca Oceane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Ritmo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Ritmo | 1961 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Ritmo | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 42 L |
