1986 Ford Orion vs. 1959 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1986 Ford Orion is newer by 27 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 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Orion (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Simca Oceane weights approximately 10 kg more than 1986 Ford Orion.
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, 1986 Ford Orion, 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, 1986 Ford Orion (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Oceane. (91 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Orion | 1959 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Orion | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 60 L |
