2002 MCC Smart vs. 1962 Simca Oceane
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 40 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Simca Oceane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 MCC Smart (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1962 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Simca Oceane weights approximately 180 kg more than 2002 MCC Smart.
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, 2002 MCC Smart (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2002 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC Smart | 1962 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | MCC | Simca |
| Model | Smart | Oceane |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 43 L |
