2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 1956 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2002 Cadillac CTS is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1956 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Aronde.
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, 2002 Cadillac CTS (296 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac CTS | 1956 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Cadillac | Simca |
| Model | CTS | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3173 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |
