1988 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1988 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 4,086 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Cadillac DeVille (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 765 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Cadillac DeVille (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Cadillac DeVille | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Simca |
| Model | DeVille | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4086 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2230 mm |
