1979 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1958 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 21 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1958 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 748 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.
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, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Oceane. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1958 Simca Oceane has manual transmission. 1958 Simca Oceane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Caprice | 1958 Simca Oceane | |
Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
Model | Caprice | Oceane |
Year Released | 1979 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |