1975 Audi 50 vs. 1979 Simca 1100
To start off, 1979 Simca 1100 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 50 would be higher. At 1,091 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi 50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi 50 (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 50 should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Simca 1100 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1975 Audi 50.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1975 Audi 50 (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Audi 50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Audi 50 | 1979 Simca 1100 | |
Make | Audi | Simca |
Model | 50 | 1100 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1091 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |