2008 Saturn Sky vs. 1958 Simca Oceane
To start off, 2008 Saturn Sky is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Sky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Sky (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1958 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Sky weights approximately 318 kg more than 1958 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 Saturn Sky (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Saturn Sky | 1958 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Saturn | Simca |
| Model | Sky | Oceane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
