1987 Audi 200 vs. 1973 Simca 1301
To start off, 1987 Audi 200 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,110 cc (5 cylinders), 1987 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 200 (503 HP) has 452 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1301. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi 200 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1973 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Audi 200 (501 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 200 | 1973 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | 200 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
