1995 Audi RS2 vs. 1978 Simca 1100
To start off, 1995 Audi RS2 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Audi RS2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi RS2 (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi RS2 should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi RS2 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1978 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Audi RS2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Simca 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi RS2 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Audi RS2 (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Audi RS2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi RS2 | 1978 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | RS2 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |
