2006 Audi A3 vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 496 kg more than 1974 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, 2006 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | A3 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
