1968 Audi 100 vs. 1951 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1968 Audi 100 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,760 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Audi 100 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1951 Simca Aronde. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1951 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Audi 100 weights approximately 172 kg more than 1951 Simca Aronde. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Audi 100 (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Simca Aronde. (83 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Audi 100 | 1951 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Audi | Simca |
Model | 100 | Aronde |
Year Released | 1968 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1220 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 6.8:1 |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 117 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 39 L |