2007 GMC Canyon vs. 1960 Simca Oceane
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 47 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1960 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1960 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 924 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 2007 GMC Canyon 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, 2007 GMC Canyon 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, 2007 GMC Canyon (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Simca Oceane. 2007 GMC Canyon has automatic transmission and 1960 Simca Oceane has manual transmission. 1960 Simca Oceane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Canyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 1960 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | GMC | Simca |
| Model | Canyon | Oceane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
