1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2010 Audi S6
To start off, 2010 Audi S6 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S6 weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1972 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, 2010 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 2010 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Simca | Audi |
| Model | 1000 | S6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2847 mm |
