2006 Audi A6 vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 801 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 A6 (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | A6 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
