1991 Audi V8 vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1991 Audi V8 is newer by 17 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 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi V8 weights approximately 776 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, 1991 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi V8 | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | V8 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
