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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 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 470 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 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 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 | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
