1999 Honda S-MX vs. 1957 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1999 Honda S-MX is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1957 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda S-MX weights approximately 360 kg more than 1957 Simca Oceane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Simca Oceane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1999 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda S-MX | 1957 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | S-MX | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1972 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
