2005 Audi A4 vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 335 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 A4 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | A4 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
