1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1962 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 2,461 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 (235 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1962 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1962 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1962 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | 190 | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2461 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.3 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
