1991 Audi 80 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1991 Audi 80 is newer by 19 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 80 (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 80 weights approximately 555 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, 1991 Audi 80 (167 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 80 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | 80 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2230 mm |
