2008 Audi A8 vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1974 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, 2008 Audi A8 (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | A8 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2530 mm |
