2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1973 Simca 1301
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP) has 289 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1301. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1638 kg more than 1973 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 Escalade (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1973 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Simca |
| Model | Escalade | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2530 mm |
