1951 Austin A 90 vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 1962 Simca 1000 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Austin A 90 (87 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 90 weights approximately 568 kg more than 1962 Simca 1000. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1951 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 90 | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Austin | Simca |
Model | A 90 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1962 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 39 HP |
Torque | 190 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 822 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2230 mm |