1981 Audi 80 vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 1981 Audi 80 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1301 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 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1301 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1981 Audi 80.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 100 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | 80 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
