1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 1959 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1982 Nissan Sunny is newer by 23 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1959 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Simca Oceane weights approximately 155 kg more than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Nissan Sunny (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Oceane. (91 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Sunny | 1959 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Sunny | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
