1960 Austin A 55 vs. 2007 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2007 Cadillac SRX is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 767 kg more than 1960 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Cadillac SRX (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 55 | 2007 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 55 | SRX |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1889 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |
