1965 Simca Ariane vs. 2003 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca Ariane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca Ariane would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1965 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 520 kg more than 1965 Simca Ariane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Cadillac CTS (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca Ariane. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca Ariane. 2003 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1965 Simca Ariane has manual transmission. 1965 Simca Ariane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Simca Ariane | 2003 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Simca | Cadillac |
| Model | Ariane | CTS |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
