2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 4,133 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1560 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. 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 Q7 (760 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 662 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | Q7 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4133 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2230 mm |
