1978 Simca Horizon vs. 1960 Simca Oceane

To start off, 1978 Simca Horizon is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Simca Oceane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Simca Horizon (58 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1960 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Simca Horizon should accelerate faster than 1960 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Simca Oceane weights approximately 25 kg more than 1978 Simca Horizon.

Because 1960 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 1960 Simca Oceane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Simca Horizon, 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 Simca Horizon (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1978 Simca Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Simca Oceane.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Simca Horizon 1960 Simca Oceane
Make Simca Simca
Model Horizon Oceane
Year Released 1978 1960
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1118 cc 1290 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 58 HP 56 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 89 Nm 88 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74.1 mm 74 mm
Engine Stroke Size 65 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 7.8:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 945 kg 970 kg
Vehicle Length 3970 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 55 L


 

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