2005 Audi A4 vs. 1955 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,785 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1955 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1955 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 Audi A4 (230 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1955 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | A4 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1785 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
