2004 Audi S4 vs. 1959 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1959 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1959 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 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, 2004 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Aronde. (89 Nm). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 1959 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | S4 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 39 L |
