2002 Honda Accord vs. 1958 Simca Oceane
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 44 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1958 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Simca Oceane weights approximately 126 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
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, 2002 Honda Accord, 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, 2002 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 1958 Simca Oceane | |
Make | Honda | Simca |
Model | Accord | Oceane |
Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |