2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1651 kg more than 1975 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Simca |
| Model | Escalade | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2530 mm |
