1999 Audi S8 vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1972 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, 1999 Audi S8 (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | S8 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
