1978 Simca Horizon vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca Horizon would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1978 Simca Horizon. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1978 Simca Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Simca Horizon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca Horizon. (121 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Simca Horizon | 2013 Audi A6 | |
Make | Simca | Audi |
Model | Horizon | A6 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1442 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4925 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2086 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2912 mm |