1963 Austin A 99 vs. 1973 Simca 1301
To start off, 1973 Simca 1301 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin A 99 (107 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1301. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 99 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1973 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, 1963 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 99 | 1973 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Austin | Simca |
| Model | A 99 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 100 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 | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
