2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1960 Simca Oceane
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 48 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1960 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1960 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 291 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.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Simca Oceane. 2008 Chevrolet Express 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. 2008 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 1960 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Express | Oceane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |
