1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1972 Simca 1100
To start off, both 1972 Austin 2200 and 1972 Simca 1100 were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,227 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Austin 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Austin 2200 (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin 2200 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin 2200 weights approximately 301 kg more than 1972 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Austin 2200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Austin 2200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Austin 2200 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Austin 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin 2200 | 1972 Simca 1100 | |
Make | Austin | Simca |
Model | 2200 | 1100 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2227 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 65 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 42 L |