1983 Cadillac Seville vs. 1973 Simca 1100
To start off, 1983 Cadillac Seville is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Cadillac Seville (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 790 kg more than 1973 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1983 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Cadillac Seville | 1973 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Simca |
| Model | Seville | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |
