2007 Audi A6 vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1972 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, 2007 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | A6 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
