1986 Cadillac Seville vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1986 Cadillac Seville is newer by 12 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 4,127 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Cadillac Seville (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 506 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, 1986 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Seville | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Simca |
| Model | Seville | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4127 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
