1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1980 Simca 1100
To start off, 1980 Simca 1100 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Simca 1100 (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 40 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1980 Simca 1100.
Because 1952 Austin A 40 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 1952 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Simca 1100, 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, 1980 Simca 1100 (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 40 | 1980 Simca 1100 | |
Make | Austin | Simca |
Model | A 40 | 1100 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 47 L |