1960 Austin A 55 vs. 1980 Simca 1100
To start off, 1980 Simca 1100 is newer by 20 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, 1980 Simca 1100 (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 55 weights approximately 212 kg more than 1980 Simca 1100.
Because 1960 Austin A 55 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Simca 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1960 Austin A 55 (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 55 | 1980 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Austin | Simca |
| Model | A 55 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
