1950 Austin A 70 vs. 1994 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1994 Cadillac Seville is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 475 kg more than 1950 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Austin A 70 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. 1994 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1950 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1950 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 1994 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 70 | Seville |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
