1977 Audi 100 vs. 1977 Simca 1309
To start off, both 1977 Audi 100 and 1977 Simca 1309 were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Simca 1309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Simca 1309 (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1977 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Simca 1309 should accelerate faster than 1977 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Audi 100 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1977 Simca 1309.
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, 1977 Simca 1309 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Simca 1309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi 100. 1977 Simca 1309 has automatic transmission and 1977 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1977 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Simca 1309 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Audi 100 | 1977 Simca 1309 | |
Make | Audi | Simca |
Model | 100 | 1309 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |