1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1978 Simca Horizon
To start off, 1980 Audi Quattro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca Horizon would be higher. At 2,143 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1978 Simca Horizon. (58 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Quattro weights approximately 345 kg more than 1978 Simca Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Simca Horizon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro will offer significantly more control. 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 Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca Horizon. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 1978 Simca Horizon | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | Quattro | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
