1951 Austin A vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1103 kg more than 1951 Austin A. 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 CTS (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A. 2009 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1951 Austin A has manual transmission. 1951 Austin A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A | 2009 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A | CTS |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 68 L |
