1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1969 Simca 1301
To start off, 1969 Simca 1301 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Simca 1301 (68 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Simca 1301 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 55 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1969 Simca 1301.
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, 1969 Simca 1301 (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 55 | 1969 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Austin | Simca |
Model | A 55 | 1301 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1475 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |