2005 Audi A3 vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1971 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, 2005 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | A3 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
