2000 Ford Escape vs. 1956 Simca Oceane
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 44 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1956 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 602 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.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Simca Oceane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Ford Escape (272 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Oceane. 2000 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1956 Simca Oceane has manual transmission. 1956 Simca Oceane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 1956 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Escape | Oceane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
