1986 Audi 90 vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 1986 Audi 90 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 90 (114 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 90 weights approximately 228 kg more than 1962 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Audi 90 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | 90 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2230 mm |
