1986 Reliant Scimitar vs. 1958 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1986 Reliant Scimitar 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 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Reliant Scimitar (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1958 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Simca Oceane weights approximately 132 kg more than 1986 Reliant Scimitar.
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 Reliant Scimitar (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1986 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Reliant Scimitar | 1958 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Reliant | Simca |
| Model | Scimitar | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2450 mm |
