2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 905 kg more than 1961 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (498 Nm) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Simca |
| Model | Escalade | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 36 L |
