1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2004 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Seville is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 4,570 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 524 kg more than 1952 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 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 1952 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Cadillac Seville (420 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 2004 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 70 | Seville |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |
