1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1968 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 1968 Cadillac Calais is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 715 kg more than 1954 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (191 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 90 | 1968 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 90 | Calais |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3300 mm |
