1996 Ford Falcon vs. 1961 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1996 Ford Falcon is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 3,707 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Falcon (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1961 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Falcon weights approximately 610 kg more than 1961 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, 1996 Ford Falcon (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Falcon | 1961 Simca Oceane | |
Make | Ford | Simca |
Model | Falcon | Oceane |
Year Released | 1996 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3707 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 398 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2450 mm |