1978 Simca 1100 vs. 1973 Audi 80
To start off, 1978 Simca 1100 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Audi 80 (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Audi 80 weights approximately 32 kg more than 1978 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Audi 80 (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (67 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Simca 1100 | 1973 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Simca | Audi |
| Model | 1100 | 80 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
