1949 Austin 16 vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1961 Simca 1000 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Austin 16 (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin 16 should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin 16 weights approximately 550 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, 1949 Austin 16 (147 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1949 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin 16 | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Austin | Simca |
Model | 16 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 73 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 65 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 36 L |