1969 Audi Variant vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1969 Audi Variant is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Audi Variant (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Audi Variant should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Audi Variant weights approximately 340 kg more than 1961 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Audi Variant (113 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1969 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Audi Variant | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | Variant | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 36 L |
