2001 Honda Civic vs. 1958 Simca Oceane
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 43 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 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1958 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Civic weights approximately 108 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.
Because 1958 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 1958 Simca Oceane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic, 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, 2001 Honda Civic (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 1958 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Civic | Oceane |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
