2006 Honda Jazz vs. 1959 Simca Oceane
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 47 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Jazz (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1959 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1959 Simca Oceane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Honda Jazz, 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, 2006 Honda Jazz (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Oceane. (91 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Jazz | 1959 Simca Oceane | |
Make | Honda | Simca |
Model | Jazz | Oceane |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |