1990 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 19 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 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado (177 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 540 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, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Eldorado | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Simca |
| Model | Eldorado | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
