1954 Austin A 30 vs. 1948 Simca 5
To start off, 1954 Austin A 30 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Simca 5 would be higher. At 802 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 30 (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1948 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 30 should accelerate faster than 1948 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 30 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1948 Simca 5. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 30 | 1948 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Austin | Simca |
| Model | A 30 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
