1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1980 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1980 Cadillac Seville is newer by 27 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 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Cadillac Seville (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 390 kg more than 1953 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Cadillac Seville (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 70 | 1980 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Austin | Cadillac |
Model | A 70 | Seville |
Year Released | 1953 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 6030 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
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 | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2900 mm |