1969 Ford Capri vs. 1962 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1969 Ford Capri is newer by 7 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1962 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Capri weights approximately 5 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, 1969 Ford Capri (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1962 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Capri | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |
