2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 37 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 550 kg more than 1972 Simca 1301. 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 STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Simca |
| Model | STS | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2530 mm |
