1981 Ford Granada vs. 1961 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 20 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1961 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 355 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, 1981 Ford Granada (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 1961 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Granada | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2450 mm |
