1977 Audi 100 vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1977 Audi 100 is newer by 16 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1977 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Audi 100 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Audi 100 weights approximately 430 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, 1977 Audi 100 (166 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1977 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | 100 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 36 L |
