1953 Austin A 90 vs. 1970 Matra-Simca M530
To start off, 1970 Matra-Simca M530 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,658 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1970 Matra-Simca M530. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1970 Matra-Simca M530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 90 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1970 Matra-Simca M530. 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, 1953 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Matra-Simca M530. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Matra-Simca M530.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 90 | 1970 Matra-Simca M530 | |
Make | Austin | Matra-Simca |
Model | A 90 | M530 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1970 |
Engine Size | 2658 cc | 1699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |