1960 Austin A 55 vs. 1970 Simca 1301
To start off, 1970 Simca 1301 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 51 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 55 weights approximately 112 kg more than 1970 Simca 1301.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Austin A 55 (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 55 | 1970 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Austin | Simca |
| Model | A 55 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
