1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 1962 Simca 1000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 718 kg more than 1962 Simca 1000. 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 Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Simca |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2230 mm |
