2000 Kia Shuma vs. 1961 Simca Oceane
To start off, 2000 Kia Shuma is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Shuma (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1961 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Shuma weights approximately 130 kg more than 1961 Simca Oceane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Simca Oceane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Shuma, 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, 2000 Kia Shuma (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Shuma | 1961 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Kia | Simca |
| Model | Shuma | Oceane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |
