2004 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1958 Simca Oceane
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 46 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1958 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 432 kg more than 1958 Simca Oceane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Simca Oceane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Freelander | 1958 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Land Rover | Simca |
| Model | Freelander | Oceane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
