1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1960 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1983 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 23 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, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1960 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1960 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Simca Oceane weights approximately 106 kg more than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
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, 1983 Fiat Ritmo, 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, 1960 Simca Oceane (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Simca Oceane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1960 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Ritmo | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
