1950 Austin A 90 vs. 1965 Cadillac Sixty
To start off, 1965 Cadillac Sixty is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Cadillac Sixty (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 90. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 755 kg more than 1950 Austin A 90. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 90 | 1965 Cadillac Sixty | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 90 | Sixty |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 7029 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 95 L |
