1999 Audi A4 vs. 1964 Simca 1300
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (262 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1964 Simca 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Simca 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 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, 1999 Audi A4 (400 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1964 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | A4 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
