2001 Audi A8 vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 2001 Audi A8 is newer by 27 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 5,998 cc, 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 940 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, 2001 Audi A8 (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | A8 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2530 mm |
