1998 Audi S8 vs. 1953 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1998 Audi S8 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi S8 (335 HP) has 291 more horse power than 1953 Simca Aronde. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1953 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi S8 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1953 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Audi S8 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, 1998 Audi S8 (557 Nm) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1998 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi S8 | 1953 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | S8 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
