1998 Audi A6 vs. 1981 Simca 1100
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1981 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A6 weights approximately 533 kg more than 1981 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Audi A6 (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1981 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | A6 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
