2008 Opel Speedster vs. 1962 Simca Oceane
To start off, 2008 Opel Speedster is newer by 46 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1962 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Speedster weights approximately 35 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.
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 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Speedster | 1962 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Opel | Simca |
| Model | Speedster | Oceane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 43 L |
