1981 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1956 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1981 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 25 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1956 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 330 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, 1981 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm). This means 1981 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Reliant Scimitar | 1956 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Reliant | Simca |
| Model | Scimitar | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |
