1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1975 Simca 1309
To start off, 1975 Simca 1309 is newer by 18 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 22 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1309. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 474 kg more than 1975 Simca 1309. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1309. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1975 Simca 1309 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Simca |
| Model | Tickford | 1309 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
