1980 Audi Sport vs. 1977 Simca 1307
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Simca 1307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Simca 1307 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 215 more horse power than 1977 Simca 1307. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1977 Simca 1307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Simca 1307 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Simca 1307. 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1307. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1977 Simca 1307 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | Sport | 1307 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 58 L |
