2002 Audi RS6 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2002 Audi RS6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi RS6 weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi RS6 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | RS6 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2230 mm |
