1953 Ford Popular vs. 1961 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1961 Simca Oceane is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Simca Oceane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Simca Oceane (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1953 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Simca Oceane should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Simca Oceane weights approximately 235 kg more than 1953 Ford Popular. 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, 1961 Simca Oceane (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1961 Simca Oceane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Popular | 1961 Simca Oceane | |
Make | Ford | Simca |
Model | Popular | Oceane |
Year Released | 1953 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2450 mm |