2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1956 Simca Oceane
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1956 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1567 kg more than 1956 Simca Oceane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Simca Oceane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (447 Nm) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1956 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Express | Oceane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2450 mm |
