1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1945 Citroen 7A
To start off, 1959 Cadillac 62 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Citroen 7A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Citroen 7A would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 7A. (35 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 7A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1945 Citroen 7A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1945 Citroen 7A has manual transmission. 1945 Citroen 7A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1945 Citroen 7A | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | 62 | 7A |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1529 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2920 mm |
