2009 Audi A3 vs. 1954 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1954 Simca Aronde. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1954 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1954 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1954 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | A3 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
