1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1967 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1967 Simca 1200S is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1967 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, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1200S. (103 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 1967 Simca 1200S | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Simca |
Model | 100 | 1200S |
Year Released | 1958 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 53 L |