1981 Citroen LN vs. 1959 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1981 Citroen LN is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Simca Oceane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Simca Oceane (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Simca Oceane should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Simca Oceane weights approximately 260 kg more than 1981 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Simca Oceane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Citroen LN, 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, 1959 Simca Oceane (91 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Simca Oceane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 1959 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | LN | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
