1980 Audi Sport vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 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 249 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Sport weights approximately 270 kg more than 1961 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | Sport | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 36 L |
