2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1957 Simca Oceane
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1957 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 50 kg more than 1957 Simca Oceane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Simca Oceane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio, 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, 2003 Fiat Palio (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1957 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Palio | Oceane |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 90 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 | 1020 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |
