1995 Audi Coupe vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1995 Audi Coupe is newer by 23 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi Coupe (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi Coupe weights approximately 664 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, 1995 Audi Coupe (357 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi Coupe | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | Coupe | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2230 mm |
