1949 Austin A 90 vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1972 Simca 1301 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 90 weights approximately 319 kg more than 1972 Simca 1301. 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 A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 90 | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Austin | Simca |
Model | A 90 | 1301 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |