2006 Audi RS4 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2006 Audi RS4 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi RS4 (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi RS4 weights approximately 729 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. 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 RS4 (583 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi RS4 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | RS4 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 360 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 360 mm | 2230 mm |
