1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 1958 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 31 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1958 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 348 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 1958 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Simca |
| Model | Sapporo | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
