2007 Audi A4 vs. 1967 Simca 1100
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (201 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1967 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 A4 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1100. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1967 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | A4 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
