1952 Austin A 30 vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1957 Simca Aronde is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Simca Aronde (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 30. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Simca Aronde should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Simca Aronde weights approximately 290 kg more than 1952 Austin A 30. 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, 1957 Simca Aronde (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1957 Simca Aronde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 30 | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Austin | Simca |
Model | A 30 | Aronde |
Year Released | 1952 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2450 mm |