1972 Ford Capri vs. 1956 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1972 Ford Capri is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 1,305 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Simca Oceane (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Simca Oceane should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Capri weights approximately 5 kg more than 1956 Simca Oceane.
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, 1972 Ford Capri (91 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Capri | 1956 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Capri | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1305 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |
