1953 Austin A 135 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1972 Simca 1000 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin A 135 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1405 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin A 135 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 135 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Austin | Simca |
Model | A 135 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2230 mm |