2007 Audi A3 vs. 1972 Simca 1100
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1972 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1972 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | A3 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
