2007 Nissan Titan vs. 1962 Simca Oceane
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1962 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Titan weights approximately 675 kg more than 1962 Simca Oceane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Simca Oceane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca Oceane. 2007 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1962 Simca Oceane has manual transmission. 1962 Simca Oceane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Titan | 1962 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Titan | Oceane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 43 L |
