2004 Audi A4 vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1501 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 140 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1975 Simca 1501. 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 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | A4 | 1501 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
