2007 Audi A6 vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1975 Simca 1501. 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 (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | A6 | 1501 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3128 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
