2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX is newer by 33 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1140 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, 2005 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac SRX | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Simca |
| Model | SRX | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2230 mm |
