1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1972 Simca 1000 is newer by 17 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, 1972 Simca 1000 (52 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1000 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 235 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin A 55 (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 55 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Austin | Simca |
| Model | A 55 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2230 mm |
