1977 Audi 100 vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1977 Audi 100 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 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 (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Audi 100 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1972 Simca 1301. 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 (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | 100 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
