1962 Simca 1000 vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1862 kg more than 1962 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Simca 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Simca 1000 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Simca | Cadillac |
| Model | 1000 | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.4 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 2594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2947 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 98 L |
