2009 Audi A5 vs. 1961 Simca Ariane
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca Ariane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca Ariane would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1961 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1961 Simca Ariane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Simca Ariane. 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 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1961 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | A5 | Ariane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.8:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
