1969 Simca 1501 vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 127 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1501. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 674 kg more than 1969 Simca 1501. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1501. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Simca 1501 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Simca | Audi |
| Model | 1501 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | rear |
| Engine Size | 1475 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.2 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2751 mm |
