1957 Austin A 55 vs. 1981 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 575 kg more than 1957 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Austin A 55 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 1957 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado, 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, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado (358 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 55 | 1981 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 55 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 6030 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2900 mm |
