1985 Ford Meteor vs. 1956 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1985 Ford Meteor is newer by 29 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Meteor (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1956 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Simca Oceane weights approximately 85 kg more than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Because 1956 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 1956 Simca Oceane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Meteor, 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, 1985 Ford Meteor (110 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm). This means 1985 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Meteor | 1956 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Meteor | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
