1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1974 Simca 1301 is newer by 20 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Simca 1301 (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Simca 1301 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 16 kg more than 1974 Simca 1301.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 Simca 1301 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 | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Austin | Simca |
| Model | A 40 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
