1992 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1992 Cadillac Brougham is newer by 20 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac Brougham (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 1080 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, 1992 Cadillac Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac Brougham | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Simca |
| Model | Brougham | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2230 mm |
