1961 Simca 1000 vs. 2012 Audi A1
To start off, 2012 Audi A1 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A1 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A1 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1961 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, 2012 Audi A1 (320 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2012 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Simca 1000 | 2012 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Simca | Audi |
| Model | 1000 | A1 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 34 L |
