1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1972 Simca 1000 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Simca 1000 (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1000 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1962 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Austin A 40 (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 40 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Austin | Simca |
| Model | A 40 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2230 mm |
