1996 Audi RS2 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1996 Audi RS2 is newer by 24 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 (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi RS2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi RS2 (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi RS2 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi RS2 weights approximately 735 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, 1996 Audi RS2 (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Audi RS2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi RS2 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | RS2 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2230 mm |
