1948 Austin A 70 vs. 1963 Simca 1500
To start off, 1963 Simca 1500 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Simca 1500 (68 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Simca 1500 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 70 weights approximately 274 kg more than 1963 Simca 1500.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 70 | 1963 Simca 1500 | |
Make | Austin | Simca |
Model | A 70 | 1500 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1475 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |