2003 Audi RS6 vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 2003 Audi RS6 is newer by 29 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS6 weights approximately 896 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, 2003 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS6 | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | RS6 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
