2006 Audi A4 vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1957 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 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, 2006 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | A4 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
