1971 Austin 1800 vs. 1971 Simca 1000
To start off, both 1971 Austin 1800 and 1971 Simca 1000 were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Austin 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Austin 1800 weights approximately 374 kg more than 1971 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 1800 | 1971 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Austin | Simca |
| Model | 1800 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2230 mm |
