1961 Austin A 55 vs. 1989 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1989 Cadillac Seville is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Cadillac Seville (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 446 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.
Because 1961 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 1961 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Cadillac Seville (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Seville 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 | 1989 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 55 | Seville |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 4473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
