2009 Honda Fit vs. 1959 Simca Oceane
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (116 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1959 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 159 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 Honda Fit, 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 Honda Fit (106 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Oceane. (91 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Fit | 1959 Simca Oceane | |
Make | Honda | Simca |
Model | Fit | Oceane |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |