1954 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1972 Simca 1000 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin-Healey 100 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Simca |
Model | 100 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2230 mm |