1969 Austin 1300 vs. 1977 Simca 1100
To start off, 1977 Simca 1100 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Austin 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Austin 1300 (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1977 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Austin 1300 should accelerate faster than 1977 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Simca 1100 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1969 Austin 1300.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1969 Austin 1300 (101 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Austin 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin 1300 | 1977 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Austin | Simca |
| Model | 1300 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 47 L |
