1984 Ford Tempo vs. 1959 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1984 Ford Tempo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Tempo (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1959 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Tempo weights approximately 135 kg more than 1959 Simca Oceane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Simca Oceane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Oceane. (91 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Tempo | 1959 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Tempo | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 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 |
