2009 Audi A8 vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1972 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 A8 (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | A8 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3696 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
