2008 Honda Accord vs. 1956 Simca Oceane
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 52 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1956 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 384 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.
Because 1956 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 1956 Simca Oceane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord, 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, 2008 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1956 Simca Oceane | |
Make | Honda | Simca |
Model | Accord | Oceane |
Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 90 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2450 mm |