1989 Audi 100 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1972 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, 1989 Audi 100 (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | 100 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2230 mm |
