1961 Austin A 55 vs. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood
To start off, 1961 Austin A 55 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 1452 kg more than 1961 Austin A 55. 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, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 55 | 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | |
Make | Austin | Cadillac |
Model | A 55 | Fleetwood |
Year Released | 1961 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 6382 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 583 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 6160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |