2002 Cadillac Catera vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Catera is newer by 30 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 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 885 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, 2002 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Catera | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Simca |
| Model | Catera | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2230 mm |
