1960 Austin A 99 vs. 2001 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Seville is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 274 kg more than 1960 Austin A 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Austin A 99 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 1960 Austin A 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 99. 2001 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1960 Austin A 99 has manual transmission. 1960 Austin A 99 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 99 | 2001 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 99 | Seville |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 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 | 1530 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
