1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1971 Simca 1100
To start off, 1971 Simca 1100 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,204 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Simca 1100 (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 40 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1971 Simca 1100.
Because 1954 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Simca 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Simca 1100 (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 40 | 1971 Simca 1100 | |
Make | Austin | Simca |
Model | A 40 | 1100 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 47 L |