2009 Audi S4 vs. 1966 Simca 1300
To start off, 2009 Audi S4 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Simca 1300 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 Audi S4.
Because 2009 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Simca 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S4 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S4 | 1966 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | S4 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
