1975 Austin 1800 vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1975 Austin 1800 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1975 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1028 kg more than 1975 Austin 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Cadillac 62 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 1959 Cadillac 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Austin 1800, 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, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin 1800 | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | 1800 | 62 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 6381 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 75 L |
