1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1978 Cadillac Seville is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 880 kg more than 1971 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, 1978 Cadillac Seville (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Seville | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Cadillac | Simca |
Model | Seville | 1301 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2530 mm |