2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 665 kg more than 1972 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, 2005 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Catera | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Simca |
| Model | Catera | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2530 mm |
