1969 Audi Variant vs. 1969 Simca 1501

To start off, both 1969 Audi Variant and 1969 Simca 1501 were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Simca 1501 (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1969 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Simca 1501 should accelerate faster than 1969 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Audi Variant weights approximately 74 kg more than 1969 Simca 1501.

Because 1969 Simca 1501 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 1969 Simca 1501. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Audi Variant, 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, 1969 Simca 1501 (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Simca 1501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Audi Variant.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Audi Variant 1969 Simca 1501
Make Audi Simca
Model Variant 1501
Year Released 1969 1969
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1696 cc 1475 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 53 HP 81 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 113 Nm 124 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.6:1 9.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1070 kg 996 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1590 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 60 L


 

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