2005 Audi A8 vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 985 kg more than 1975 Simca 1501. 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 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | A8 | 1501 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2530 mm |
