2004 Honda Civic vs. 1959 Simca Oceane
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic 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 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Simca Oceane weights approximately 124 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
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 Civic, 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 Civic (223 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Oceane. (91 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1959 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Civic | Oceane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
