1980 Audi 200 vs. 1972 Simca 1100
To start off, 1980 Audi 200 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 200 (170 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 200 weights approximately 354 kg more than 1972 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, 1980 Audi 200 (265 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 200 | 1972 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | 200 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 47 L |
