1991 Audi S2 vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1991 Audi S2 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi S2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi S2 (216 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi S2 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1971 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 S2 (309 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Audi S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi S2 | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | S2 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
