2003 Audi A4 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2003 Audi A4 is newer by 31 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A4 weights approximately 885 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, 2003 Audi A4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A4 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | A4 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2230 mm |
