1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1986 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1986 Cadillac Seville is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 4,127 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Cadillac Seville (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1986 Cadillac Seville.
Because 1962 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 1962 Austin A 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 99. 1986 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1962 Austin A 99 has manual transmission. 1962 Austin A 99 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 1986 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 99 | Seville |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| 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 | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
