2009 Ford Ranger vs. 1957 Simca Oceane
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger is newer by 52 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1957 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Simca Oceane weights approximately 4 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger.
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, 2009 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ranger | 1957 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Ranger | Oceane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 42 L |
