1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1977 Simca 1307
To start off, 1977 Simca 1307 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1977 Simca 1307. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1977 Simca 1307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 455 kg more than 1977 Simca 1307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1307. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1977 Simca 1307 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Simca |
| Model | Tickford | 1307 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
