2008 Audi A3 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | A3 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2230 mm |
