2005 Audi A6 vs. 1959 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 46 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1959 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 645 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 2005 Audi A6 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, 2005 Audi A6 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 A6 (225 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Aronde. (89 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1959 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | A6 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 39 L |
