2005 Seat Cordoba vs. 1957 Simca Oceane
To start off, 2005 Seat Cordoba is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Cordoba (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1957 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 50 kg more than 1957 Simca Oceane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Simca Oceane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Cordoba, 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, 2005 Seat Cordoba (125 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Cordoba | 1957 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Seat | Simca |
| Model | Cordoba | Oceane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
