1985 Audi 90 vs. 1975 Simca 1307
To start off, 1985 Audi 90 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1307 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1307. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 90 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1975 Simca 1307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Audi 90 (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1307. (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 1975 Simca 1307 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | 90 | 1307 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
