1999 Ford Mustang vs. 1957 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1999 Ford Mustang is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1957 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mustang weights approximately 440 kg more than 1957 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, 1999 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Mustang | 1957 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Mustang | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
