2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1965 Simca 1300
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (255 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 596 kg more than 1965 Simca 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 1965 Simca 1300 | |
Make | Cadillac | Simca |
Model | CTS | 1300 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |