1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1972 Simca 1000 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 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 35 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin A 90 (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Austin | Simca |
Model | A 90 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2230 mm |