1990 Cadillac Seville vs. 1976 Simca 1100
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Seville is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Seville (180 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1976 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1976 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 660 kg more than 1976 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, 1990 Cadillac Seville (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Simca 1100. 1990 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1976 Simca 1100 has manual transmission. 1976 Simca 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Seville | 1976 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Simca |
| Model | Seville | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4472 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 47 L |
