1998 Cadillac Seville vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Seville is newer by 27 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 738 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, 1998 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac Seville | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Cadillac | Simca |
Model | Seville | 1301 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |