1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1977 Simca 1307
To start off, 1977 Simca 1307 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Simca 1307 (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Simca 1307 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 70 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1977 Simca 1307.
Because 1951 Austin A 70 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Simca 1307, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1951 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1307. (105 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 70 | 1977 Simca 1307 | |
| Make | Austin | Simca |
| Model | A 70 | 1307 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 58 L |
