2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1960 Simca Oceane
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 43 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1960 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1960 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 606 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Simca Oceane. 2003 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1960 Simca Oceane has manual transmission. 1960 Simca Oceane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 1960 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Mustang | Oceane |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
