1985 Audi 100 vs. 1974 Simca 1100
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1974 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Audi 100 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1100. (87 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1974 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | 100 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
