2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1961 Simca Oceane
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 43 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (391 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1961 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 500 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1961 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Corvette | Oceane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 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 | 1470 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |
