2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 36 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 785 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Simca |
| Model | CTS | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.7 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2230 mm |
