2005 Seat Leon vs. 1960 Simca Oceane
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1960 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1960 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 588 kg more than 1960 Simca Oceane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Simca Oceane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon 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 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Leon | 1960 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Seat | Simca |
| Model | Leon | Oceane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
