1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1814 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Simca | Cadillac |
| Model | 1000 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 2674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2946 mm |
