1998 Cadillac Catera vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Catera is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Catera (200 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 755 kg more than 1957 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1998 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac Catera | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Cadillac | Simca |
Model | Catera | Aronde |
Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 70 HP |
Torque | 260 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2450 mm |