1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1961 Simca Plein Ceil
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 Plein Ceil. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca Plein Ceil would be higher. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1961 Simca Plein Ceil. (56 HP @ 200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca Plein Ceil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 80 kg more than 1961 Simca Plein Ceil. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1961 Simca Plein Ceil | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Simca |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | Plein Ceil |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1961 |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
