1960 Austin A 99 vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1972 Simca 1301 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Austin A 99 (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 99 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1972 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 99 | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Austin | Simca |
| Model | A 99 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
