2006 Audi TT vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 2006 Audi TT 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 495 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 TT (281 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | TT | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
