2000 Audi A4 vs. 1969 Simca 1200S
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1200S.
Because 2000 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Simca 1200S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Audi A4 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 1969 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | A4 | 1200S |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
