1981 Audi 80 vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1981 Audi 80 is newer by 20 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 80 weights approximately 200 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, 1981 Audi 80 (100 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1981 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | 80 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 36 L |
