2009 Audi A8 vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 1208 kg more than 1962 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Simca 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 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 A8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | A8 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 36 L |
