1991 Audi 80 vs. 1970 Simca 1301
To start off, 1991 Audi 80 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 80 (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 80 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1970 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, 1991 Audi 80 (249 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 80 | 1970 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | 80 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
