2008 Honda Civic vs. 1957 Simca Oceane
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1957 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 416 kg more than 1957 Simca Oceane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Simca Oceane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic, 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 Civic (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1957 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Civic | Oceane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
