1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1958 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 38 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (200 HP) has 144 more horse power than 1958 Simca Oceane. (56 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 528 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1958 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Camaro | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 56 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
