1971 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1948 Simca 8
To start off, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Simca 8 would be higher. At 7,725 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (345 HP) has 296 more horse power than 1948 Simca 8. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1948 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 1273 kg more than 1948 Simca 8. 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, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (679 Nm) has 591 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Simca 8. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 1948 Simca 8 has manual transmission. 1948 Simca 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1948 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Simca |
| Model | Fleetwood | 8 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7725 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2223 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5810 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2450 mm |
