1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1977 Simca 1307
To start off, 1977 Simca 1307 is newer by 23 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Simca 1307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Simca 1307 (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Simca 1307 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Simca 1307 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1954 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 Simca 1307, 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, 1977 Simca 1307 (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Simca 1307 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 | 1977 Simca 1307 | |
| Make | Austin | Simca |
| Model | A 40 | 1307 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 58 L |
