1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 1958 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1986 Avanti Avanti is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Avanti Avanti (203 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1958 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 728 kg more than 1958 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, 1986 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Oceane. 1986 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1958 Simca Oceane has manual transmission. 1958 Simca Oceane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Avanti Avanti | 1958 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Avanti | Simca |
| Model | Avanti | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2450 mm |
