1970 Simca 1100 vs. 2010 Audi S5
To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 40 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S5 weights approximately 800 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.
Because 2010 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Simca 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 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 S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1100. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Simca 1100 | 2010 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Simca | Audi |
| Model | 1100 | S5 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1203 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 63 L |
