1954 Austin A 30 vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 1966 Simca 1000 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 844 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Simca 1000 (38 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Simca 1000 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1954 Austin A 30. 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, 1966 Simca 1000 (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1966 Simca 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 30 | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Austin | Simca |
Model | A 30 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 844 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 43 L |