1961 Austin A 60 vs. 1984 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1984 Cadillac Seville is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Cadillac Seville (133 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 550 kg more than 1961 Austin A 60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Austin A 60 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 60. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 60 | 1984 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 60 | Seville |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 4080 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 133 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2900 mm |
