1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1956 Simca Vedette
To start off, 1956 Simca Vedette is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,351 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Simca Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Simca Vedette (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Simca Vedette should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Simca Vedette weights approximately 190 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 40 | 1956 Simca Vedette | |
| Make | Austin | Simca |
| Model | A 40 | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
