2006 Kia Pregio vs. 1956 Simca Oceane
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio is newer by 50 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 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Pregio (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1956 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Pregio should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 1030 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Kia Pregio (176 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm). This means 2006 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Pregio | 1956 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Kia | Simca |
| Model | Pregio | Oceane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2450 mm |
