1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1966 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1966 Simca 1200S is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,441 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 675 kg more than 1966 Simca 1200S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1966 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Simca |
| Model | Tickford | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2240 mm |
