2004 Audi A4 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 32 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 790 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, 2004 Audi A4 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | A4 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2230 mm |
