2009 Audi R8 vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 480 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1966 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Simca 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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 R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Audi | Simca |
| Model | R8 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 43 L |
