1983 Peugeot 504 vs. 1961 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 504 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 504 (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1961 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1961 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, 1983 Peugeot 504 (134 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Peugeot 504 | 1961 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Peugeot | Simca |
| Model | 504 | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
