1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1953 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1954 Austin A 90 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1953 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1953 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1953 Simca Aronde. 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, 1954 Austin A 90 (191 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 90 | 1953 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Austin | Simca |
| Model | A 90 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
