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 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (179 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 118 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 685 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 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 280 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 | 2698 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
