1955 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 1966 Simca 1000 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1966 Simca 1000. 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, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin-Healey 100 | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Simca |
Model | 100 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 820 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 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 109 L | 47 L |