1947 Austin A 110 vs. 1964 Simca 1000
To start off, 1964 Simca 1000 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Austin A 110 (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1947 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin A 110 weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1964 Simca 1000. 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, 1947 Austin A 110 (287 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1947 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin A 110 | 1964 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Austin | Simca |
| Model | A 110 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 36 L |
