1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood
To start off, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 7,725 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (375 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70.
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. 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 1953 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1953 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 70 | 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 70 | Fleetwood |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 7725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
