1999 Audi TT vs. 1965 Simca 1000
To start off, 1999 Audi TT is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi TT (178 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi TT weights approximately 735 kg more than 1965 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Simca 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT 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, 1999 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 1965 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | TT | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 36 L |
