2009 Nissan Patrol vs. 1961 Simca Oceane
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1961 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 359 kg more than 1961 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 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca Oceane. 2009 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 1961 Simca Oceane has manual transmission. 1961 Simca Oceane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Patrol | 1961 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Patrol | Oceane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4758 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 42 L |
