2005 Audi A8 vs. 1969 Simca 1301
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1301. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1969 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 A8 (430 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1301. (124 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1969 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | A8 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 53 L |
