1975 Audi 80 vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1975 Audi 80 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi 80 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Audi 80 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1957 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, 1975 Audi 80 (163 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1975 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | 80 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
