1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 1979 Matra-Simca Rancho
To start off, 1979 Matra-Simca Rancho is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,422 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Cadillac 62 (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1979 Matra-Simca Rancho. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1979 Matra-Simca Rancho. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1979 Matra-Simca Rancho. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Cadillac 62 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Cadillac 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Matra-Simca Rancho, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1951 Cadillac 62 (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Matra-Simca Rancho. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Matra-Simca Rancho.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 1979 Matra-Simca Rancho | |
| Make | Cadillac | Matra-Simca |
| Model | 62 | Rancho |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 1441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2530 mm |
