2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1959 Simca Oceane
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1959 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 55 kg more than 1959 Simca Oceane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Simca Oceane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia, 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, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Oceane. (91 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Materia | 1959 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
| Model | Materia | Oceane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
