1948 Austin A 90 vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1961 Simca 1000 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 90 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1961 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1948 Austin A 90 (190 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1948 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 90 | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Austin | Simca |
Model | A 90 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 73 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 65 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 36 L |