2003 Mazda Roadster vs. 1961 Simca Oceane
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Roadster (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1961 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Roadster weights approximately 60 kg more than 1961 Simca Oceane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Mazda Roadster (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Roadster | 1961 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | Roadster | Oceane |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 42 L |
