2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1969 Simca 1301
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (259 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1301. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1301.
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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (253 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1301. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1969 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Simca |
| Model | CTS | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 259 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
