1999 Kia Avella vs. 1962 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1999 Kia Avella is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1962 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Simca Oceane weights approximately 52 kg more than 1999 Kia Avella.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Avella | 1962 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Kia | Simca |
| Model | Avella | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2450 mm |
