1980 Audi 80 vs. 1976 Simca 1100
To start off, 1980 Audi 80 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Simca 1100 (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 80 weights approximately 62 kg more than 1976 Simca 1100.
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 80 (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1976 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | 80 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |
