2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1964 Simca 1300
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 645 kg more than 1964 Simca 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1964 Simca 1300 | |
Make | Cadillac | Simca |
Model | Escalade | 1300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 404 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |