1981 Cadillac Seville vs. 1981 Simca 2 Litres

To start off, both 1981 Cadillac Seville and 1981 Simca 2 Litres were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 545 kg more than 1981 Simca 2 Litres.

Because 1981 Simca 2 Litres is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Simca 2 Litres. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. 1981 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1981 Simca 2 Litres has manual transmission. 1981 Simca 2 Litres will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Cadillac Seville 1981 Simca 2 Litres
Make Cadillac Simca
Model Seville 2 Litres
Year Released 1981 1981
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4129 cc 1981 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 123 HP 0 HP
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1670 kg 1125 kg
Vehicle Length 5210 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2670 mm


 

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