1960 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1980 Simca 1100
To start off, 1980 Simca 1100 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Cadillac Brougham (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1980 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1980 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 1385 kg more than 1980 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Cadillac Brougham 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 1960 Cadillac Brougham. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Simca 1100, 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, 1960 Cadillac Brougham (591 Nm) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Simca 1100. (86 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Brougham | 1980 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Simca |
| Model | Brougham | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 591 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 47 L |
