1981 Simca 1100 vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi TT (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1981 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1981 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi TT weights approximately 590 kg more than 1981 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Simca 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT 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, 2011 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Simca 1100 | 2011 Audi TT | |
Make | Simca | Audi |
Model | 1100 | TT |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 942 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |