1988 Audi V8 vs. 1970 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1988 Audi V8 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi V8 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1970 Simca 1200S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Simca 1200S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi V8 | 1970 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | V8 | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |
