1989 Ford Sierra vs. 1960 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1989 Ford Sierra is newer by 29 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), 1989 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Sierra (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1960 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1960 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Sierra weights approximately 158 kg more than 1960 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, 1989 Ford Sierra (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Sierra | 1960 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Sierra | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1989 | 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 | 125 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
