1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 1957 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1988 Dodge Spirit is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Spirit (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1957 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 284 kg more than 1957 Simca Oceane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Simca Oceane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit, 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, 1988 Dodge Spirit (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Spirit | 1957 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Spirit | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
