1987 Ford Mustang vs. 1956 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1987 Ford Mustang is newer by 31 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 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Mustang (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1956 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Mustang weights approximately 280 kg more than 1956 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, 1987 Ford Mustang (176 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm). This means 1987 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Mustang | 1956 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Mustang | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
