1980 Audi 80 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1980 Audi 80 is newer by 8 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 59 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 80 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Audi 80 (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | 80 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2230 mm |
