1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1978 Simca Horizon
To start off, 1978 Simca Horizon is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1978 Simca Horizon. (58 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 505 kg more than 1978 Simca Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca Horizon. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1978 Simca Horizon | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Simca |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |
