1962 Simca 1000 vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 1028 kg more than 1962 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Simca 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 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, 2010 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Simca 1000 | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Simca | Audi |
| Model | 1000 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 67 L |
