1991 Auverland A3 vs. 1963 Simca 1500
To start off, 1991 Auverland A3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1500 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Auverland A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Simca 1500 (68 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1991 Auverland A3. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Simca 1500 should accelerate faster than 1991 Auverland A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Auverland A3 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1963 Simca 1500.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Simca 1500 (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Auverland A3. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Simca 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Auverland A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Auverland A3 | 1963 Simca 1500 | |
| Make | Auverland | Simca |
| Model | A3 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
