2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 35 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 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac XLR (443 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Cadillac XLR (561 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac XLR | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Simca |
| Model | XLR | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 443 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
