1980 Audi Sport vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Sport weights approximately 30 kg more than 1957 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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 Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Audi | Simca |
Model | Sport | Aronde |
Year Released | 1980 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2450 mm |