2004 Honda Accord vs. 1959 Simca Oceane
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1959 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 675 kg more than 1959 Simca Oceane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Simca Oceane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord, 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, 2004 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Oceane. (91 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Accord | 1959 Simca Oceane | |
Make | Honda | Simca |
Model | Accord | Oceane |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |