2009 Audi A5 vs. 1955 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1955 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1955 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Simca Aronde weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 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 A5 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1955 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | A5 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
