1983 Ford Tempo vs. 1960 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1983 Ford Tempo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Simca Oceane (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Simca Oceane should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Tempo weights approximately 140 kg more than 1960 Simca Oceane.
Because 1960 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 1960 Simca Oceane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Ford Tempo, 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, 1983 Ford Tempo (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Tempo | 1960 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Tempo | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2450 mm |
