1999 Buick Cielo vs. 1960 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1999 Buick Cielo is newer by 39 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Cielo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Cielo (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1960 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 1960 Simca Oceane.
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, 1999 Buick Cielo, 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, 1999 Buick Cielo (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Simca Oceane. 1999 Buick Cielo 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. 1999 Buick Cielo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Cielo | 1960 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Buick | Simca |
| Model | Cielo | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
