2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1962 Simca Oceane
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 47 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 1,308 cc, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1962 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 155 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, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 | 1962 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | RX-8 | Oceane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 43 L |
