1989 Audi 100 vs. 1976 Simca 1100
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1976 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1976 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1976 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Audi 100 (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1976 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | 100 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
