1999 Opel Omega vs. 1958 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (311 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1958 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 678 kg more than 1958 Simca Oceane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Opel Omega (459 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Oceane. 1999 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1958 Simca Oceane has manual transmission. 1958 Simca Oceane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Omega | 1958 Simca Oceane | |
Make | Opel | Simca |
Model | Omega | Oceane |
Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5663 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 459 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2450 mm |