2003 Audi A6 vs. 1957 Simca Oceane

To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (226 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1957 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 692 kg more than 1957 Simca Oceane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Simca Oceane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 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, 2003 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Oceane.

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2003 Audi A6 1957 Simca Oceane
Make Audi Simca
Model A6 Oceane
Year Released 2003 1957
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2671 cc 1294 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 226 HP 56 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 90 Nm
Torque RPM 1700 RPM 3100 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 7.8:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1662 kg 970 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 42 L