1973 Simca 1100 vs. 1973 AC 428
To start off, both 1973 Simca 1100 and 1973 AC 428 were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 AC 428 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1973 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 AC 428 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 1973 AC 428. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1100. 1973 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 1973 Simca 1100 has manual transmission. 1973 Simca 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 AC 428 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Simca 1100 | 1973 AC 428 | |
| Make | Simca | AC |
| Model | 1100 | 428 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 7002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 639 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |
