2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1958 Simca Oceane
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 45 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Simca Oceane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Panda (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1958 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Simca Oceane weights approximately 112 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda.
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, 2003 Fiat Panda, 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 Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1958 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Panda | Oceane |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1249 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 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 | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
