1978 Audi 100 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1978 Audi 100 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Audi 100 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1972 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, 1978 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Audi 100 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Audi | Simca |
Model | 100 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2230 mm |