1985 Audi 200 vs. 1972 Simca 1100
To start off, 1985 Audi 200 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 2,142 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 200 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1972 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 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 1972 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | 200 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2142 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 880 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 | 58 L | 42 L |
