1954 Austin A 70 vs. 1993 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1993 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 4,892 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 326 kg more than 1954 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac DeVille, 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, 1993 Cadillac DeVille (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 70 | 1993 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 70 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2820 mm |
