1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1974 Simca 1301 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Simca 1301 (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Simca 1301 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 40 | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Austin | Simca |
Model | A 40 | 1301 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |