1998 Cadillac Seville vs. 1961 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Seville is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1961 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 778 kg more than 1961 Simca Oceane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Simca Oceane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1998 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca Oceane. 1998 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1961 Simca Oceane has manual transmission. 1961 Simca Oceane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Cadillac Seville | 1961 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Cadillac | Simca |
| Model | Seville | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 42 L |
