1955 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Seville is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 776 kg more than 1955 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Austin A 40 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 1955 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40. 2003 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 40 | 2003 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 40 | Seville |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
