1974 Simca 1301 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 754 kg more than 1974 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Simca 1301 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Simca | Cadillac |
| Model | 1301 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2880 mm |
