2009 Audi A6 vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1971 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, 2009 Audi A6 (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | A6 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
