1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 450 kg more than 1961 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, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (166 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Simca |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 36 L |
