1961 Simca Oceane vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 49 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1961 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 586 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.
Because 1961 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 1961 Simca Oceane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Simca Oceane | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Simca | Ford |
| Model | Oceane | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
