1994 Audi A6 vs. 1978 Simca 1100
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 16 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 (5 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 820 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 1994 Audi A6 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, 1994 Audi A6 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, 1994 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (67 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi A6 | 1978 Simca 1100 | |
Make | Audi | Simca |
Model | A6 | 1100 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 65 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |