1998 Honda Shuttle vs. 1960 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1998 Honda Shuttle is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1960 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1960 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 562 kg more than 1960 Simca Oceane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Simca Oceane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Shuttle, 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 Honda Shuttle (196 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Simca Oceane. 1998 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1960 Simca Oceane has manual transmission. 1960 Simca Oceane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Shuttle | 1960 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Shuttle | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
