1963 Austin A 99 vs. 1980 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1980 Cadillac Seville is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Cadillac Seville (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 140 kg more than 1963 Austin A 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Austin A 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Cadillac Seville (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 99. 1980 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1963 Austin A 99 has manual transmission. 1963 Austin A 99 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin A 99 | 1980 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Austin | Cadillac |
Model | A 99 | Seville |
Year Released | 1963 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 6030 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
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 | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2900 mm |