1974 Simca 1301 vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 526 kg more than 1974 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, 2009 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Simca 1301 | 2009 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Simca | Audi |
| Model | 1301 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2850 mm |
