1955 Austin A 40 vs. 1961 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1961 Simca Ariane is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Simca Ariane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Simca Ariane (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Simca Ariane should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Simca Ariane weights approximately 70 kg more than 1955 Austin A 40. 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, 1961 Simca Ariane (90 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1961 Simca Ariane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 40 | 1961 Simca Ariane | |
Make | Austin | Simca |
Model | A 40 | Ariane |
Year Released | 1955 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |