1984 Audi 200 vs. 1970 Simca 1100
To start off, 1984 Audi 200 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 200 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1970 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, 1984 Audi 200 (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1100. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 200 | 1970 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | 200 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 47 L |
