1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2003 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 49 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 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 230 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Cadillac CTS (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS 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 | 2003 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Austin | Cadillac |
Model | A 90 | CTS |
Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2890 mm |