1968 Austin A 60 vs. 1980 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1980 Cadillac Seville is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Cadillac Seville (123 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 768 kg more than 1968 Austin A 60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Austin A 60. 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 (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Austin A 60 | 1980 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 60 | Seville |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 79 L |
