2007 MG TF vs. 1962 Simca Oceane
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 MG TF (134 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1962 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 MG TF weights approximately 210 kg more than 1962 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, 2007 MG TF (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 MG TF | 1962 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | MG | Simca |
| Model | TF | Oceane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
