1965 Austin A 40 vs. 1962 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1965 Austin A 40 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Simca Oceane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Simca Oceane (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Simca Oceane should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Simca Oceane weights approximately 210 kg more than 1965 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1962 Simca Oceane (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Simca Oceane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 40 | 1962 Simca Oceane | |
Make | Austin | Simca |
Model | A 40 | Oceane |
Year Released | 1965 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 43 L |