2003 Audi A8 vs. 1954 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2003 Audi A8 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1954 Simca Aronde. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1954 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1954 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 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 A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 562 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A8 | 1954 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | A8 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
