1985 Lancia Delta vs. 1959 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1985 Lancia Delta is newer by 26 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 1,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Simca Oceane weights approximately 35 kg more than 1985 Lancia Delta.
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, 1985 Lancia Delta, 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, 1985 Lancia Delta (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Oceane. (91 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Delta | 1959 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Delta | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |
