1966 Simca 1300 vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 540 kg more than 1966 Simca 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ATS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Simca 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS 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 ATS (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Simca 1300 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Simca | Cadillac |
| Model | 1300 | ATS |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1805 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
