1972 Simca 1301 vs. 2010 Audi A8
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1972 Simca 1301. 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 A8 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1301 | 2010 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Simca | Audi |
| Model | 1301 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5192 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3073 mm |
