2004 Audi S4 vs. 1969 Simca 1100
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 941 kg more than 1969 Simca 1100. 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 S4 (411 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1100. (91 Nm). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 1969 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | S4 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 47 L |
